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Meaning
a liking or habit of doing something
- How to Memorize
- penchant - liking
- Analysis
A ‘penchant’ is a strong and continued inclination to do or use something, or a keen appreciation of it. The term generally refers to something that may be seen as an acquired taste or, at the very least, not typical.
Exam DB Spoken DB Other Synonyms proclivity inclination, fondness, Antonyms aversionantipathy distaste, - Example(s)
Carol is a good co-worker aside from her penchant for playing practical jokes.
David has some strange hobbies. I believe collecting stamps is one of his penchants.
My uncle has a penchant for Cuban cigars, so I got him a box for his birthday.
