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predisposition

noun

ˌpriː.dɪs.pəˈzɪʃ.ən

Meaning

A natural tendency or inclination toward a particular behavior or condition.

A tendency to suffer from a particular condition, hold a particular attitude, or act in a particular way.

Genetic factors can influence a person's predisposition to diseases.

His predisposition to anxiety made him cautious in new situations.

inclination, tendency, susceptibility

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inclination, tendency, susceptibility

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inclination, tendency, susceptibility

immunity, resistance, avoidance, disinclination

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immunity, resistance, avoidance

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immunity, disinclination, resistance

A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles.

the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something

The distribution or allocation of something, especially resources or portions.

The responsiveness of demand or supply to changes in price.

A young eagle.

The gradual reduction or exhaustion of a resource or substance.