Propensity
A natural inclination or tendency to behave in a particular way; a predisposition.
nounPropensity
A natural inclination or tendency to behave in a particular way; a predisposition.
nounImagine This
Imagine a student who, from childhood, has a natural propensity to take charge; in every group project they instinctively volunteer to lead, organize, and guide others.
Sounds Like
pruh-PEN-si-tee
Looks Like
Looks like pro-pense-ty; resembles words like 'pensive' or 'propense' that hint at leaning or inclination.
Remember This
Propensity refers to a natural leaning, not a habit or addiction; it is often neutral and can be positive (a propensity for learning) or negative (a propensity to gamble).
Other Forms
Connect With
tendency, inclination, predisposition, proclivity, leaning
Note
Use with 'to' + verb (propensity to + verb) or with 'for' + noun (propensity for + noun). Distinguish from 'predilection' (a preference) and 'tendency' (general leaning).