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
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
limnto draw or paint on a surface
mangleto injure with deep disfiguring wounds by cutting, tearing, or crushing
kudospraise given for achievement
disfigureto impair (as in beauty) by deep and persistent injuries
vacuousemptied of or lacking content
amphibianan amphibious organism
overtopen to view : manifest
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
snickerto laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter