proclivity

Definition

  • noun: a strong natural liking for something that is usually bad
  • noun: an inclination or predisposition toward something
  • usually singular

Examples

  • Why do some people have a 'proclivity' for violence? [=why are some people violent?]

  • He shows no 'proclivity' towards aggression. [=he is not aggressive]

  • She has a 'proclivity' [='tendency'] to assume the worst.

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