predilection in the Oxford-Paravia Italian Dictionary

Translations for predilection in the English»Italian Dictionary (Go to Italian»English)

predilection [Brit ˌpriːdɪˈlɛkʃ(ə)n, Am ˌprɛdlˈɛkʃ(ə)n, ˌpridlˈɛkʃ(ə)n] N

Translations for predilection in the Italian»English Dictionary (Go to English»Italian)

predilection in the PONS Dictionary

Translations for predilection in the English»Italian Dictionary

predilection [ˌpre··ˈlek·ʃən] N form

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

English
The style was characterised by long, convoluted sentences and a predilection for rare words and neologisms.
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Meanwhile, the government has shown a predilection for abandoning diplomatic efforts in favor of military solutions.
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He made fun of his geeky musical predilections.
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He had a predilection for an elegant form of language, and his writings were always laced with irony and literary subjects.
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The call for submissions emphasises a predilection for projects conceived in book form: works that find a voice through the book.
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Kilns investigated new techniques in design and shapes, showing a predilection for colour and painted design, and an openness to foreign forms.
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Alternatively, a young man or woman who exhibited a predilection or power that made them stand out might be trained by an experienced mentor.
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Such statements are seen to exhibit a predilection for collectivist principles that opponents of the estate tax oppose.
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A peculiar predilection for simplicity and moderation is noticeable in her works.
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Her wide-ranging choice of subject matter means that her work often defies categorization, and she has a predilection for difficult or challenging issues.
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