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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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If the economy continues on its current trajectory of moderating inflation and robust jobs growth, then the FOMC may be more inclined to cut rates. Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025 The club’s best players would be more inclined to stay, to sign new deals, and the attraction for possible new arrivals would be even greater. Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 17 May 2025 Besides, the bulk of GF content out there is likely from women (women are more inclined to follow a GF diet than men, research shows). Julia Ries, Outside Online, 16 May 2025 Naturally, Frank and Alfie were Rikk’s first co-conspirators and were also musically inclined. Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 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 23 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

inclined

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

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