inclination

Word parts

incline + -ation

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪn.klɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

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Noun

Singular inclination

Plural inclinations

1. Someone has an inclination to do something if the person wants to do it or often does it.
   • Synonyms: tendency, whim and slant

   I have an inclination to eat some ice cream right now.

   He has an inclination to forget his umbrella at other peoples' houses.

2. Something has an inclination if it's on a slant or angle.
   • Synonym: slant

   The inclination of the road was just enough to make the car roll by itself.

Related words

• incline