Predilection (noun)

A preference or liking for something; a bias in favor of something.

Origin:

From late latin praedilectio, from latin praedilectus, past participle of praediligere ("to love beforehand"), from prae ("before") + diligere ("to love").

Examples:

1. He had a predilection for spicy food.
2. She had a predilection for wearing yellow.
3. He had a predilection for classical music over pop.
4. The company had a predilection for hiring older workers.
5. The judge had a predilection for finding defendants guilty.