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proclivity

Proclivity (noun) means a predisposition or natural inclination, propensity, or a predilection; especially, a strong disposition or bent.

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A predisposition or natural inclination, propensity, or a predilection; especially, a strong disposition or bent.
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Etymology

From Latin prōclīvitās, from prōclīvis (“prone to”).

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"proclivity" (noun) means a predisposition or natural inclination, propensity, or a predilection; especially, a strong disposition or bent.

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