predilection

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   a predisposition in favor of something

   a predilection for expensive cars

2. 2
   noun

   A condition of favoring or liking; a tendency towards; proclivity; predisposition.

   The young King looked tenderly at Mademoiselle Mancini, who gave him a glance quite as tender in return—not, however, unobserved. His mother had been for some time past a displeased spectator of a predilection which might become dangerous.

3. 3
   noun

   a strong liking

Etymology

Borrowed from Medieval Latin praedīlēctiō.