inclined — Having a tendency or preference to do something; slanted or angled at a slope.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Having a tendency or preference to do something; slanted or angled at a slope.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈklaɪnd/
Korean meaning: 경향이 있는, 기울어진
Korean pronunciation: 인-클라인드 (강세: 클라)
Example Sentences
- I'm not inclined to wake up early on weekends unless there's free pizza involved.
- Students are inclined to pay more attention when the teacher brings snacks.
- She's musically inclined and can play three instruments.
inclined
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈklaɪnd//
Having a tendency or preference to do something; slanted or angled at a slope.
Having a tendency or preference to do something; slanted or angled at a slope.
Naturally inclined to make it refined, each piece becomes clearly defined!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'inclinare' meaning 'to bend, lean, or slope.' The word evolved to describe mental tendencies, as if one's mind 'leans toward' a particular direction or preference.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“I'm not inclined to wake up early on weekends unless there's free pizza involved.”
“Students are inclined to pay more attention when the teacher brings snacks.”
“She's musically inclined and can play three instruments.”
“The inclined parking lot causes cars to roll downhill if not properly parked.”
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