predilection
含义: A particular liking or preference for something, often one that is habitual or deeply ingrained. More elevated than 'preference' and typically used in formal or literary contexts.
Predilection implies a bias or inclination that precedes rational choice — something closer to an instinct than a deliberate decision. It collocates with 'for' and is frequently found in literary criticism, biographical writing, and cultural commentary. Unlike 'penchant,' which can sound light or playful, predilection tends to carry more weight and seriousness. It is sometimes used with mild disapproval when the preference seems irrational or excessive.
例句
- The prime minister's predilection for grand infrastructure projects was well documented by Westminster correspondents. 首相对大型基础设施项目的偏好已被威斯敏斯特记者广泛记录。La predilección del primer ministro por los grandes proyectos de infraestructuras estaba bien documentada por los corresponsales de Westminster.首相の大規模インフラ事業への偏愛は、ウェストミンスターの記者たちによって広く記録されていた。총리의 대규모 인프라 사업에 대한 편애는 웨스트민스터 기자들에 의해 널리 기록되어 있었다.
- She had a marked predilection for Victorian novels, particularly those of George Eliot and Thomas Hardy. 她对维多利亚时代小说有着明显的偏爱,尤其是乔治·艾略特和托马斯·哈代的作品。Tenía una marcada predilección por las novelas victorianas, en especial las de George Eliot y Thomas Hardy.彼女はヴィクトリア朝の小説、特にジョージ・エリオットやトマス・ハーディの作品に顕著な偏愛を示していた。그녀는 빅토리아 시대 소설, 특히 조지 엘리엇과 토머스 하디의 작품에 뚜렷한 편애를 보였다.
- The study revealed a predilection among younger voters for policies that prioritise environmental sustainability over economic growth. 研究显示,年轻选民中存在一种偏好,倾向于将环境可持续性置于经济增长之上的政策。El estudio reveló una predilección entre los votantes más jóvenes por políticas que priorizan la sostenibilidad medioambiental frente al crecimiento económico.調査は、若い有権者の間で経済成長よりも環境の持続可能性を優先する政策への嗜好が見られることを明らかにした。조사에 따르면 젊은 유권자들 사이에서 경제 성장보다 환경 지속가능성을 우선시하는 정책에 대한 선호가 나타났다.
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用法指南
语境: academic, journalism, literary
语气: neutral
起源与历史
From French prédilection, from medieval Latin praedilectio, from Latin prae- (before) and diligere (to love, to esteem). Entered English in the mid-18th century.
文化背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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