incline

/ˌɪnklˈaɪn/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

verb

have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
“She tends to be nervous before her lectures”
bend or turn (one's ear) towards a speaker in order to listen well
“He inclined his ear to the wise old man”
lower or bend (the head or upper body), as in a nod or bow
“She inclined her head to the student”
be at an angle
“The terrain sloped down”
feel favorably disposed or willing
“She inclines to the view that people should be allowed to expres their religious beliefs”
make receptive or willing towards an action or attitude or belief
“Their language inclines us to believe them”

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