Main Entry: pro·cliv·i·ty

Pronunciation: \prō-ˈkli-və-tē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural pro·cliv·i·ties

Etymology: Latin proclivitas, from proclivis sloping, prone, from pro- forward + clivus slope — more at pro-, declivity

Date: circa 1591

: an inclination or predisposition toward something; especially : a strong inherent inclination toward something objectionable

synonyms see leaning