GRE Word List

PREDILECTION

an established preference for something

The meaning of the word predilection is an established preference for something.

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WordMeaning
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
indignationanger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean
chameleonany of a family (Chamaeleontidae) of chiefly arboreal (see arboreal
incongruitythe quality or state of being incongruous
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony
fracasa noisy quarrel : brawl
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed