inclined

The word “inclined” means tilted at an angle; sloped. In plain terms, sloped, or having a leaning toward a certain view or behaviour.

“Inclined” is pronounced ihn-KLYND (/ɪnˈklaɪnd/ in IPA).

Here is “inclined” used in a sentence: “The ramp is inclined at about ten degrees.”

Words with a similar meaning to “inclined” include apt, bain, disposed, fain, forward and liable.

The opposite of “inclined” — its antonyms — is disinclined.

“Inclined” is an adjective.

“Inclined” is a fairly common word in modern English.

“Inclined” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: tilted at an angle; sloped.

Inclined means having a tendency or leaning toward something, while disinclined means the opposite: reluctant or unwilling. "I'm inclined to agree" signals mild agreement, whereas "I'm disinclined to agree" signals mild resistance.

Both express a leaning toward something, but "inclined to" often suggests a personal preference or willingness, as in "I'm inclined to say yes," while "tend to" describes a habitual pattern, as in "plants tend to grow toward light." "Inclined to" can also sound more tentative.

"Inclined to" expresses a mild, tentative leaning toward doing something, softer and less committed than "want to." It is useful when you wish to signal a preference without committing firmly, as in "I'm inclined to accept, but I'd like more time."

Inclined has a physical meaning, tilted at an angle or sloped, as in "an inclined ramp," and a figurative meaning, having a tendency or preference, as in "inclined to worry." Context makes clear whether a physical slope or a mental leaning is meant.