GRE Word List
PENCHANT
a strong and continued inclination
The meaning of the word penchant is a strong and continued inclination.
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|---|---|
| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |
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| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| improvident | not provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future |
| suppress | to put down by authority or force : subdue |
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| mulct | fine |
| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |