Synonyms for

Inclined

Verb / ˌɪˈnklaɪnd / Another word for inclined — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a tendency or preference towards something

Synonyms & similar words

indispose disinclined prepared run horizontal tend fain incline lean dispose slope pitch disposed begiven disposed prone apt likely tending leaning bent given predisposed inured accustomed habituated addicted fond attached devoted partial preferential inclining propense

Synonyms by register

Formal

disposed prone liable apt

Informal

likely set game up for

Literary

bent given

Antonyms

disinclined unwilling reluctant averse opposed resistant

Common collocations

  • inclined to agree
  • inclined to believe
  • inclined to think
  • inclined to favor
  • inclined to be
  • inclined to do
  • inclined to support

Word family

noun inclination
verb incline
adverb inclinably

Usage note

When used to describe a physical angle, 'inclined' is often followed by 'at' (e.g., 'inclined at an angle'). When describing a tendency or preference, it is often followed by 'to' (e.g., 'inclined to agree').

Example sentences

  1. He was inclined to be lazy in the afternoon.
  2. She is inclined to speak her mind at all times.
  3. He is inclined to argue whenever he doesn't get his way.
  4. She is inclined to believe everything she hears.
  5. He is inclined to take risks in his business ventures.

Quotes

  • I am inclined to believe that our personality is determined by our surroundings and experiences.
  • I am inclined to think that success in life is determined by one's ability to adapt to change.
  • We are all inclined to judge others by our own standards.

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