Definition

A natural tendency or inclination to behave in a certain way or to develop a particular condition.

Example

Her predisposition to anxiety made it difficult for her to relax in social situations.

Conversation

I've been reading about how our genetics can create a predisposition to certain traits.

That's interesting! So, like being more likely to be good at sports?

Exactly! It makes me wonder what my own predisposition might be.

Yeah, it's fascinating to think about how much of it is nature versus nurture.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Predisposition → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "disponere" (meaning to arrange or set). The word refers to a tendency or inclination that is arranged or set before a certain event or condition occurs.

Memory Tip

Think of having a tendency that is 'set before' ('pre-') something happens — that's what predisposition means.

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