incline
9 synonyms and 2 antonyms for incline, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To lean toward a particular opinion, feeling, or course of action.
Synonyms
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Less common
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be given
Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To lean toward a particular opinion, feeling, or course of action.
“I'm inclined to agree with you on this one.”
Opposites
How to use incline
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
steep incline
inclined to think
inclined toward
Etymology
From Old French encliner, from Latin inclinare, "to bend or tilt," from in- + clino, related to the English word "lean."
Full origin of incline →Frequently asked questions
What does “incline” mean?
The word “incline” means to lean toward a particular opinion, feeling, or course of action. In plain terms, to tilt, or to lean toward a preference; as a noun, a slope.
How do you pronounce “incline”?
“Incline” is pronounced ihn-KLYN (/ɪnˈklaɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “incline” in a sentence?
Here is “incline” used in a sentence: “I'm inclined to agree with you on this one.”
What part of speech is “incline”?
Depending on how it is used, “incline” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “incline” come from?
The word “incline” comes from Latin. From Old French encliner, from Latin inclinare, "to bend or tilt," from in- + clino, related to the English word "lean.".
Is “incline” a common word?
“Incline” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “incline” have?
“Incline” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to lean toward a particular opinion, feeling, or course of action.
