1). Calumny 2). Propensity 3). Gregarious 4). Emanate

1.	1). Calumny 2). Propensity 3). Gregarious 4). Emanate
Answer» Correct option - 2 Let's FIND out the meaning of given word 'predilection' :- A tendency to think favorably of something in particular; partiality. Now, find out the meaning of given OPTIONS :- Calumny - A false and malicious statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something. Propensity - A natural INCLINATION or tendency to behave in a particular way; partial. Gregarious - A PERSON who is fond of the company of others; sociable. Emanate - To flow out as from a SOURCE or origin; originate. Clearly, option 2 i.e. propensity is the most similar in meaning to given word 'predilection'. Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

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Correct option - 2

Let's FIND out the meaning of given word 'predilection' :- A tendency to think favorably of something in particular; partiality.

Now, find out the meaning of given OPTIONS :-

Calumny - A false and malicious statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something.

Propensity - A natural INCLINATION or tendency to behave in a particular way; partial.

Gregarious - A PERSON who is fond of the company of others; sociable.

Emanate - To flow out as from a SOURCE or origin; originate.

Clearly, option 2 i.e. propensity is the most similar in meaning to given word 'predilection'. Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

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