penchant

/pɛnˈtʃɑnt/

Definitions

1. noun

a natural liking or inclination, especially one that is strong or unexplained

“Her penchant for adventure led her to travel the world.”

2. noun

a tendency or disposition, especially one that is considered to be unwholesome or undesirable

“His penchant for gossip often got him into trouble.”

Synonyms

  • inclination
  • preference
  • tendency

Antonyms

  • aversion
  • disinclination