Preference
Preference noun - Positive regard for something.
Usage example: a preference for cool weather
Propensity is a synonym for preference in affection topic. In some cases you can use "Propensity" instead the word "Preference" as a noun or a verb, when it comes to topics like predilection, wish, first choice.
Propensity
Propensity noun - A habitual attraction to some activity or thing.
Usage example: a neighbor who has an unfortunate propensity for snooping
Preference is a synonym for propensity in affection topic. You can use "Preference" instead the word "Propensity" as a noun or a verb, if it concerns topics such as predilection, wish.
Mutual synonyms
Related pairs
- liking and preference
- liking and propensity
- desire and preference
- desire and propensity
- fondness and preference
- fondness and propensity
- affection and preference
- affection and propensity
- fancy and preference
- fancy and propensity
- relish and preference
- relish and propensity
- inclination and preference
- inclination and propensity
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