INCLINED Synonyms: 130 Similar and Opposite Words

inclined 1 of 2

adjective

in-ˈklīnd

Definition of inclined

as in willing

having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action) we couldn't have convinced her if she weren't already so inclined

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as in attached

having a liking or affection a nightclub strictly for those inclined towards loud music

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as in prone

having a tendency to be or act in a certain way a kindly couple who are inclined to be helpful to strangers

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as in leaning

running in a slanting direction the highway ramps and other inclined roadways were treacherous during the ice storm

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inclined

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verb

past tense of incline

as in tilted

to set or cause to be at an angle carefully inclined the ladder against the house

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as in tended

to show a liking or proneness (for something) a good restaurant for diners who incline to spicy food

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Recent Examples of inclined

Adjective

Also very cool to see a flagship phone with support for GrapheneOS, for the less Google-inclined among us. — David Pierce, The Verge, 7 Nov. 2026 The Broncos and Vikings are reportedly less inclined to make a move for Taylor, 27, as of now, while the Giants remain hopeful. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Nov. 2026

Verb

With a wider conflict among the federal circuits, the Court might be inclined to weigh in and decisively rule on whether sports event contracts meet the definition of a swap or are more like sports bets. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Sep. 2026 The heart monitor showed a slight irregularity, but not an emergency, and my doctor wasn’t inclined to medicate something that minor. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inclined

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inclined

Adjective

Decades ago, local bankers might know a veteran personally and be willing to take a chance on them.

— Susan Sarkauskas, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
The airline has been known for offering low fares to passengers willing to pay extra for things like snacks and carry-on bags and willing to forgo perks like in-flight Wi-Fi and television screens.

— Emma Hurt, AJC.com, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of willing

Adjective

The defining feature is a sparkling crystal ankle strap, which suspends a single crystal from an attached chain while another singular crystal hangs at the back of the heel.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026
The fire appeared to have destroyed the attached garage of the condo complex, and at least four vehicles appeared to have been destroyed inside the garage.

— Todd Feurer, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of attached

Adjective

My Beloved’s casually romantic chassis—but Kings of Leon are still prone to occasionally rocking out, for better or worse.

— Larry Fitzmaurice, Pitchfork, 9 Nov. 2026
Authorities in quake-prone Japan regularly instruct people to stock up on bottled water, food and batteries, have plans ready to hide under tables and keep comfortable walking shoes at hand.

— Yuri Kageyama, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of prone

Adjective

Lakers rookie guard Cameron Carr, who has been out with a right oblique strain, practiced with the Coachella Valley Lakers on Tuesday.

— Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
The Lakers were without new guard Collin Sexton (calf) and first-round pick Cameron Carr (oblique), and swingman Jake LaRavia left the court limping in the fourth quarter.

— CBS News, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of oblique

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The bank also preferred multinationals over domestic companies and tilted toward lower-volatility stocks where possible, expecting investors to become more cautious.

— Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026
Telescopically, the southern side of its famous ring system is currently tilted about 6½ degrees to our line of sight.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of tilted

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Rather than taking advantage of the expert's knowledge, agents tended to compromise between expert and non-expert opinions.

— Trevor Laurence Jockims, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2026
When supplies fell short, however, placement tended to concentrate in the traditional military sections.

— Sarah M. Boye, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of tended

Adjective

Important offseason for Josue De Paula De Paula not only proved that his offensive skills were major league-ready last season, but also earned a spot on the postseason roster with a mature approach in high-pressure situations.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
The various hospitals, EMS teams, police departments, and fire departments that had bags on hand showed a ready willingness to share the wealth with other responders who didn’t.

— Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 10 Nov. 2026