| Word | predilection |
|---|---|
| Date | August 14, 2010 |
| Type | noun |
| Syllables | pred-uh-LEK-shun |
| Etymology | Do you have a predilection for words whose histories conjure up colorful images of Wild West heroes, medieval knaves, Arabian princes, and intemperate gods, or are words with straightforward Latin roots more your style? If you favor the latter, you'll love "predilection." It's based on the Latin verb "legere," which means "to gather" or "to read." That versatile root is also the source of many other familiar English words, including "collect," "lesson," "sacrilege," and "legume." |
| Examples | Aware of Kim's predilection for Italian food, Theo brought her to a quaint trattoria on the east side of town that was highly recommended by his boss. |
| Definition | : an established preference for something |
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