penchant
noun
A strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something; an inclination or taste.
Etymology
From French penchant meaning "leaning, inclining," present participle of pencher (to incline), from Latin pendere (to hang, weigh).
Examples in Use
- 1.
"She had a penchant for collecting vintage typewriters."
- 2.
"His penchant for risk-taking made him a successful entrepreneur."
- 3.
"The chef's penchant for exotic spices defined her unique culinary style."
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Fun Fact
The word penchant literally means "leaning toward" something, which beautifully captures how our preferences pull us in certain directions, like gravity attracts objects.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (P, E, N, C, H, A, N, T)
Scrabble Value: 15 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "PE" at the start of words.
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