penchant

Definition

  • noun: a strong liking for something or a strong tendency to behave in a certain way
  • noun: a strong and continued inclination
  • usually + 'for'

Examples

  • He has a 'penchant for' asking stupid questions. [=he asks a lot of stupid questions]

  • Her 'penchant for' mathematics helped her to become an engineer.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Grand Master himself. Then I assume you have the location. Confirmed by all. Independently. I had feared the Priory's penchant for secrecy might prevail. The prospect of death is strong motivation. It is here. In Paris, Teacher. (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code