inclined

adjective

in·​clined in-ˈklīnd 

 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

Synonyms

• amenable
• disposed
• fain
• game
• glad
• minded
• ready
• willing

Examples of inclined in a Sentence

people who are inclined toward volunteering

a special school for children who are inclined toward the arts

Recent Examples on the Web

However, Gunning's friend was less inclined to agree. —Tabitha Parent, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024

Comedy fans are losing out on National Lampoon's Animal House and the Will Ferrell led sports comedy, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, while sci-fi inclined viewers are waving goodbye to Ready Player One. —Shania Russell, EW.com, 2 June 2024

Hikers who visit Southern California parks might be less inclined to return after receiving a citation in the mail. —Daryl James, Orange County Register, 27 May 2024

Presley had an intense dislike of the musically inclined actor for reasons best known to him. —Jordan Runtagh, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing inclined

• inclined plane
• so inclined

Kids Definition

inclined

adjective

: having an inclination, disposition, or tendency

was inclined to stay up late