Meaning & Definition of Propensity in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A natural inclination or tendency to behave in a certain way.

  Example Sentence: She has a propensity for getting into trouble.

• Definition: An often strong natural tendency to do something.

  Example Sentence: His propensity for sarcasm sometimes alienated his friends.

Etymology

Origin: Late Middle English: from Latin 'propensitas', from 'propendere' meaning 'to incline or lean towards'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• propensity to procrastinate: The tendency to delay or postpone tasks.
• propensity for risk-taking: An inclination to engage in risky behavior.
• propensity for leadership: A natural ability or inclination to lead others.

Translations

• Spanish: propensión

• French: propension

• German: Neigung

• Russian: склонность

Related Words

• tendency: An inclination towards a particular characteristic or type of behavior.

• predilection: A preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something.

• disposition: A person's inherent qualities of mind and character.

Slang Meanings of propensity

• Meaning: Propensity for partying

  Example Sentence: His propensity for partying got him into a lot of trouble with his grades.

• Meaning: Propensity to binge-watch

  Example Sentence: She has a propensity to binge-watch shows on the weekend.