predilection
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Definitions
n.
A strong natural preference or liking for something.
偏爱,嗜好
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.predilection for something对某事物的偏爱
- 2.strong predilection强烈的偏好
- 3.personal predilection个人嗜好
- 4.[show a predilection]表现出偏爱
Example Sentences
- 1.
She has a predilection for dark chocolate and artisan coffee.
- 2.
His predilection for risky investments eventually led to financial ruin.
- 3.
The director's predilection for long, slow-paced scenes divides critics.