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propensity

🇬🇧 UK/prә'pensәti/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A natural tendency or inclination to behave in a particular way

倾向,习性,癖好

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
proforward, for, before
+
pensweigh, pay out, spend, hang
+
itystate, quality, condition
=propensity

Common Collocations

  • 1.propensity for对……的倾向
  • 2.natural propensity天生的倾向
  • 3.propensity to consume消费倾向
  • 4.show a propensity表现出某种癖好

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    He has a propensity for making impulsive decisions under pressure.

  • 2.

    Research shows a genetic propensity toward certain mental health conditions.

  • 3.

    Her propensity to talk over others made team meetings frustrating.

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