What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
preference
Example
My preference is for spicy food. [preference: noun]
Example
She prefers to work in the morning. [prefers: verb]
predilection
Example
He has a predilection for classical music. [predilection: noun]
Example
She seems to have a predilection for taking risks. [predilection: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Preference is more commonly used than predilection in everyday language, and it is more versatile and neutral in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between preference and predilection?
Predilection is more formal and less commonly used than preference. It is often used in academic or literary contexts.
