disincline
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌdɪsɪnˈklaɪn/
KK: /dɪsɪnˈklaɪn/
intransitive verb
Definition
To be unwilling or not inclined to do something.
Example
She seemed to disincline from participating in the event.
Tense Forms
Past: disinclined
Past Participle: disinclined
Conversation
Are you joining us for the hike this weekend?
I’m really disincline to go, honestly.
Oh, I thought you loved hiking!
I do, but I just need some time to relax this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reluctant
averse
unwilling
Antonyms
eager
willing
inclined
transitive verb
Definition
To make someone feel unwilling or hesitant about something.
Example
The long meeting seemed to disincline her from attending the party later.
Tense Forms
Past: disinclined
Past Participle: disinclined
Conversation
Are you coming to the party tonight?
I was thinking about it, but I feel a bit disinclined after a long week.
I get that; sometimes it's hard to find the energy.
Root Explanation
Disincline → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "incline" (from Latin "inclinare", meaning to lean or bend). The word describes a state of being away from leaning towards something, or a lack of willingness.
Memory Tip
Think of 'leaning away' ('dis-') from something you don't want to do, which helps you remember that 'disincline' means to be unwilling or reluctant.
Visually Confused Words
misincline
sincaline
incline
discipline