Meaning of inclination in English
1. the state of being inclined
the inclination of a roof
2. an inclined[sloping] surface; slope
an angle of inclination
3. the act of bending; a bowing or nodding
an inclination of the head
with a slight inclination
4. a physical or mental tendency; a habitual tendency; disposition
have an inclination to leanness(=to grow thinner)
have an inclination to laziness
5. a liking or preference; interest or concern; willingness
He shows strong inclination toward Japanese comic books.
I've no inclinations toward becoming a doctor.
6. a tendency; likelihood
The motorbike has an inclination to stall when it's cold outside.