Synonyms of propensity

Noun


1. leaning, propensity, tendency, inclination

usage: an inclination to do something; "he felt leanings toward frivolity"

2. proclivity, propensity, leaning, inclination, disposition, tendency

usage: a natural inclination; "he has a proclivity for exaggeration"

3. aptness, propensity, disposition

usage: a disposition to behave in a certain way; "the aptness of iron to rust"; "the propensity of disease to spread"

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