as in tendency
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing
the young woman's predisposition to date men who are very much like her father
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Recent Examples of predisposition
The data revealed Black babies have a higher likelihood to die than others and that mothers of color also face the brunt of unequal access to care and predisposition to certain medical conditions.
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Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
With a passion for history and place comes a predisposition for community-building in Durango.
—Michelle Polizzi, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Elevated protein levels were also a better predictor of dementia risk in women who had a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer’s than in women without a genetic risk factor.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The power of modeling Although some people may have a greater predisposition to heroism based on their personality, situational factors also play a key role in inspiring heroic behavior.
—Catherine A. Sanderson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
The duration may be longer depending on whether the clot was provoked by a temporary risk factor or reflects an ongoing predisposition.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Shayla Love investigates how those with the genetic predisposition can get so little rest and still function—and whether the rest of us can pick up any tricks.
—Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
At-home DNA tests are a popular and affordable way to discover genetic information, including early ancestors, ethnicity and genetic predisposition for diseases.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
The researchers also considered the participants’ genetic predisposition to longevity.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
With a passion for history and place comes a predisposition for community-building in Durango.
—Michelle Polizzi, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Elevated protein levels were also a better predictor of dementia risk in women who had a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer’s than in women without a genetic risk factor.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The power of modeling Although some people may have a greater predisposition to heroism based on their personality, situational factors also play a key role in inspiring heroic behavior.
—Catherine A. Sanderson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
The duration may be longer depending on whether the clot was provoked by a temporary risk factor or reflects an ongoing predisposition.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Shayla Love investigates how those with the genetic predisposition can get so little rest and still function—and whether the rest of us can pick up any tricks.
—Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
At-home DNA tests are a popular and affordable way to discover genetic information, including early ancestors, ethnicity and genetic predisposition for diseases.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
The researchers also considered the participants’ genetic predisposition to longevity.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for predisposition
Noun
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A lot of dance music leans more dark and some of his melodic tendencies are brighter in a way, more major key.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
27 Mar. 2026
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History may not repeat, but it sure as hell has a tendency to trigger the occasional sense of déjà vu.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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If conservatism is something of an inclination or disposition, leftism of the more radical sort is a form of all-consuming identity, one that fills vacuums in otherwise empty lives and comprehensively guides behavior.—
Bradley Gitz,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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The 11 satellites on board are flying to a mid-inclination orbit.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Flutie played beyond his physical abilities partly because of his aptitude.—
Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
16 Mar. 2026
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What Godoy does have a great aptitude for, however, is video games.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Perhaps most striking were allegations that Navarro bought silicone pregnancy props and tracking devices.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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Designed for modern professionals, this sleek backpack features anti-theft design elements to keep laptops and other devices extra secure.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In the 2010s, having an affinity for Lil B was almost like membership in a secret society of listeners whose ears were attuned to the same oddball frequency.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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Her long-standing affinity for John Galliano, Dior, and Giorgio Armani, paired with her own contemporary vision through the goop brand, reflects a deep understanding of luxury living.—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
24 Mar. 2026
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