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
perturbto cause to be worried or upset : disquiet
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint
pinionthe terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable
ordinationthe act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained
sunderto break apart or in two : separate by or as if by violence or by intervening time or space