Synonyms of predilection
22 similar words · 3 opposite words
Another word for predilection is liking. Other synonyms of predilection are propensity, taste, proclivity, fancy and preference. The opposite of predilection is disinclination.
Synonyms and similar words for predilection
nounA condition of favoring or liking; a tendency towards; proclivity; predisposition.
- affinity
- bagOne's preference.
- bent
- love
- cup of coffee
- cup of joe
- cup of teaAn activity or domain in which someone is interested or skilled in; one's personal preference.
- dish informalSomething that fits someone's tastes, interests, or abilities.
- fancyLove or amorous attachment.
- jamThat which one particularly prefers, desires, enjoys, or cares about.
- likingA like; a predilection.
- partiality
- penchant
- tilt US
- predispositionThe state of being predisposed or susceptible to something, especially to a behavior or a health condition.
- preferenceA preferential bias; partiality; discrimination.
- proclivityA predisposition or natural inclination, propensity, or a predilection; especially, a strong disposition or bent.
- propensityAn inclination, disposition, tendency, preference, or attraction.
- shine slangA liking for a person; a fancy.
- tastePersonal preference; liking; predilection.
- thing informalThat which is favoured; personal preference.
- propension rarePropensity.
Opposite of predilection
nounMore antonyms
- aversion
- disinclinationThe state of being disinclined; want of propensity, desire, or affection; slight aversion or dislike.
- indisposition
Meaning of predilection
- noun A condition of favoring or liking; a tendency towards; proclivity; predisposition.
predilection in other languages
Questions about synonyms of predilection
- What is another word for predilection?
- Predilection has 22 synonyms on Word.ws, such as liking, propensity, taste, proclivity, fancy, preference, love and predisposition.
- What is the opposite of predilection?
- The opposite of predilection is disinclination.
- What does predilection mean?
- Predilection means a condition of favoring or liking; a tendency towards; proclivity; predisposition.
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