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
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
pulchritudephysical comeliness
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
rationalhaving reason or understanding
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area