incline

²in·cline

noun \ˈin-ˌklīn\

Definition of INCLINE

: an inclined plane : grade, slope

Examples of INCLINE

1. We drove up a steep incline to the summit.
2. You can adjust the incline of the ramp.

First Known Use of INCLINE

1846

Related to INCLINE

Synonyms: cant, diagonal, grade, gradient, inclination, slant, lean, pitch, rake, slope, tilt, upgrade

Related Words: ascent, bank, climb, rise

Near Antonyms: declension, declination, decline, declivity, descent, dip, downgrade, fall, hang, hanging, receding

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