SAT vocabulary
Predilection
A preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something.
Example
"Despite her varied interests, she had a strong predilection for classical literature and spent hours in the library."
Etymology
From Late Latin 'praedilectus', past participle of 'praediligere' meaning 'to prefer'.
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