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.

Example(s)

1. Carol is a good co-worker aside from her penchant for playing practical jokes.

2. David has some strange hobbies. I believe collecting stamps is one of his penchants.

3. My uncle has a penchant for Cuban cigars, so I got him a box for his birthday.