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
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
gushto issue copiously or violently
duplicitycontradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice