inclination

noun

1. an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

   noun.cognition

   Examples

   He had an inclination to give up too easily.

   Synonyms disposition tendency

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. (astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees

   noun.shape

   Synonyms inclination of an orbit

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. (geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis)

   noun.shape

   Synonyms angle of inclination

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. (physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon

   noun.shape

   Synonyms angle of dip dip magnetic dip magnetic inclination

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. that toward which you are inclined to feel a liking

   noun.feeling

   Examples

   Her inclination is for classical music.

   Antonyms disinclination

   Source: WordNet 3.0

6. the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical

   noun.attribute

   Examples

   He walked with a heavy inclination to the right.

   Synonyms lean leaning list tilt

   Source: WordNet 3.0

7. a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect

   noun.attribute

   Examples

   The alkaline inclination of the local waters.

   Synonyms tendency

   Source: WordNet 3.0

8. the act of inclining; bending forward

   noun.act

   Examples

   An inclination of his head indicated his agreement.

   Synonyms inclining

   Source: WordNet 3.0

9. The act of inclining, or state of being inclined; a leaning; as, an <i>inclination</i> of the head.

   noun

   Source: webster1913