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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These marked a departure from Mukherjee’s usual festive and bridal wear, which are heavily inclined towards traditional Indian styles, such as saris, ghagra cholis and sherwanis. Riddhi Doshi, CNN, 28 Jan. 2025 With an integration that automates data entry and improves the accuracy of relationship intelligence, many more dealmakers will be inclined to use (and trust) the CRM. Ray Zhou, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 Luckily, parents who, like me, feel inclined to avoid having their teens suffer burnout on a weekly basis seem to have the support of experts. Melissa Willets, Parents, 24 Jan. 2025 For the more culturally inclined, The Wassaic Project is minutes away. Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025 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 4 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

inclined

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

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