Penchant — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈpen-chənt/ pen·chant

Meaning & Definition of Penchant

Penchant (noun)

  1. a strong and continued inclination; broadly, liking

Origin & Etymology of Penchant

borrowed from French, noun derivative from present participle of pencher "to lean, slope, be inclined, tend," going back to Old French pengier, going back to Vulgar Latin *pendicāre, from *pendere "to hang" + *-icāre, verb formative pendent:1

First known use: 1672

Frequently Asked Questions about Penchant

What does "Penchant" mean?

"Penchant" means a strong and continued inclination; broadly, liking. As a noun, it is defined as: a strong and continued inclination; broadly, liking.

Is "Penchant" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Penchant" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Penchant"?

"Penchant" is pronounced /ˈpen-chənt/ and divided into syllables as pen·chant.

What is the origin of the word "Penchant"?

"Penchant" comes from borrowed from French, noun derivative from present participle of pencher "to lean, slope, be inclined, tend," going back to Old French pengier, going back to Vulgar Latin *pendicāre, from *pendere "to hang" + *-icāre, verb formative pendent:1. First known use: 1672.