Synonyms for

Penchant

Verb / ˈpentʃʌnt / Another word for penchant — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A strong liking or inclination for something.

Synonyms & similar words

preference predilection taste liking fondness interest affinity predilection proclivity bias preference inclination taste desire craving urge appetite passion enthusiasm love admiration devotion attachment

Example sentences

  1. She has a penchant for collecting seashells on the beach.
  2. His penchant for spicy food always leads him to order the hottest dish on the menu.
  3. My grandfather had a penchant for gardening and spent every weekend tending to his plants.
  4. The artist had a penchant for bright colors and used them in all of her paintings.

Quotes

  • I have a penchant for appearing in movies that have no distribution. - James Franco
  • I have a penchant for finding the dark side of any character. - Johnny Depp
  • I have a penchant for open hearts and minds. - Matt Dillon

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