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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| drivel | nonsense |
| disjointed | being thrown out of orderly function |
| rabies | an acute virus disease of the nervous system of mammals that is caused by a rhabdovirus (species Rabies virus of the genus Lyssavirus) usually transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal and that is characterized typically by increased salivation, abnormal behavior, and eventual paralysis and death when untreated |
| beget | to procreate as the father : sire |
| irascible | marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger |
| incline | to bend the head or body forward : bow |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| sensuous | of or relating to the senses or sensible objects |
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |