GRE Word List
PENCHANT
strong inclination; strong liking (esp. for something that is disapproved of by other people); Ex. penchant for fast cars
The meaning of the word penchant is strong inclination; strong liking (esp. for something that is disapproved of by other people); Ex. penchant for fast cars.
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