🇬🇧🇨🇳 inclined - 倾向于 : English Lesson

Meaning of "inclined" ("倾向于"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Inclined means you feel like doing something or are likely to do it, as if you’re leaning toward a choice in your mind, even if you haven’t done it yet.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

When Mom says, “We need volunteers,” I’m inclined to suddenly become very interested in the floor.

I was inclined to finish my homework, until my pillow kindly reminded me that naps exist.

Our cat is inclined to sit on the exact book I need the second I open it.

I was inclined to study, but then my brain became more inclined to watch ten videos of raccoons stealing cat food.

Scientists are inclined to think sloths move slowly to save energy; I’m inclined to think they’re just world champions of laziness.

Rain made the small street wet. She was inclined to hurry, but a shivering kitten under a box made her stop. She felt inclined to lift it, inclined to tuck it inside her coat, inclined to walk home slowly. Each step made the kitten purr; she smiled, glad she had been inclined to stay.

This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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