Wondering how to hyphenate the English word inclination? This word can be hyphenated and contains 4 syllables as shown below.
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An attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others He had an inclination to give up too easily A tendency to be too strict |
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(astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees |
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(geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis) |
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(physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon |
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That toward which you are inclined to feel a liking Her inclination is for classical music |
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The property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical The tower had a pronounced tilt The ship developed a list to starboard He walked with a heavy inclination to the right |
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A characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect The alkaline inclination of the local waters Fabric with a tendency to shrink |
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The act of inclining Bending forward An inclination of his head indicated his agreement |