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inclining

 

[ ɪnˈklaɪnɪŋ ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

physical position

Inclining refers to the act of bending or sloping in a particular direction. It can describe the action of leaning, tilting, or slanting away from a horizontal or vertical position. This term is often used in both physical and metaphorical contexts, indicating a trend or preference towards something. For instance, a person may incline their head to listen better or show interest, and discussions about opinions may also reflect an inclination towards a certain viewpoint.

Synonyms

bending, leaning, slanting, tilting

Examples of usage

  • She was inclining her head to hear better.
  • The tree is inclining towards the sunlight.
  • His opinions inclined towards the liberal side of the debate.
Context #2 | Adjective

tendency

Inclining as an adjective describes a tendency or a favorable disposition towards a certain condition or direction. When someone is described as inclining to a particular belief, it indicates that they have a preference or are more likely to support that belief compared to others. This can be reflected in decision-making, opinions, and emotional attachments.

Synonyms

inclination, leaning, predisposition, tendency

Examples of usage

  • He has an inclining attitude towards philanthropy.
  • Her inclining interest in art led her to pursue a degree in fine arts.
  • The survey showed a population inclining towards renewable energy solutions.

Translations

Translations of the word "inclining" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inclinando

🇮🇳 झुकता हुआ

🇩🇪 neigen

🇮🇩 miring

🇺🇦 нахилений

🇵🇱 nachylający

🇯🇵 傾いている

🇫🇷 incliné

🇪🇸 inclinándose

🇹🇷 eğilme

🇰🇷 기울어지는

🇸🇦 ميل

🇨🇿 nakloněný

🇸🇰 naklonený

🇨🇳 倾斜的

🇸🇮 nagnjen

🇮🇸 hallandi

🇰🇿 еңкейген

🇬🇪 ხარახურად

🇦🇿 meyl edən

🇲🇽 inclinándose

Word origin

The word 'inclining' originates from the Latin verb 'inclinare,' which means 'to lean' or 'to bend.' This Latin term itself is a compound of 'in-' (meaning 'into, on, or upon') and 'clinare' (to lean or incline). The evolution of the term traversed through Old French, adopting the form 'encliner.' By the late Middle Ages, 'inclining' emerged in the English language, retaining its core meaning associated with deflection or leaning from a straight position. Over time, it expanded its usage beyond the physical to encompass metaphorical leanings in attitudes, decisions, and beliefs. This duality reflects the term's versatility and adaptability in modern English, allowing it to convey both literal and abstract meanings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,137, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.