inclined

adjective

in·​clined in-ˈklīnd How to pronounce inclined (audio)
 sense 2 also  ˈin-ˌklīnd
1
: having inclination, disposition, or tendency
2
a
: having a leaning or slope
b
: making an angle with a line or plane

Examples of inclined in a Sentence

people who are inclined toward volunteering a special school for children who are inclined toward the arts
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Older voters may also be more inclined to stay home in bad weather, but older voters are more split between Trump and Harris, and many of these voters also vote early. David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024 Those inclined whould read the actual Waymo paper as well as their summary. Brad Templeton, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 This includes young voters, voters of color and others who are inclined to vote for Harris but still need to be motivated. Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024 The Watts-Los Angeles native comes from a musically inclined family. Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for inclined 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of inclined was in the 15th century

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“Inclined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inclined. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

inclined

adjective
: having an inclination, disposition, or tendency
was inclined to stay up late

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