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
eccentricitythe quality or state of being eccentric
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
exemplifyto show or illustrate by example
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance