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
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
ricketyaffected with rickets
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
appendattach
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord