incline

Meaning of incline in English

Noun

1. a sloping surface; slope

There is an incline ahead.

Verb

1. bend one’s head forwards and downwards; bow or nod

2. (cause to) move into a sloping position; (cause to) bend forward or downward; lean

From this point the hill inclines steeply.

3. have a physical or mental tendency; have a habitual tendency; have a disposition

incline to leanness
incline to laziness
incline towards depression

4. having a liking or preference for; be interested in or concerned with; be willing to do

She inclines to study abroad.

5. having a tendency to be or to do; likely to be or do

The motorbike is inclined to stall when it's cold outside.
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