Synonyms:
inclination, disposition, tendency
Meaning: an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others; "he had an inclination to give up too easily"; "a tendency to be too strict"
Synonyms:
inclination, inclination_of_an_orbit
Meaning: (astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees
Synonyms:
inclination, angle_of_inclination
Meaning: (geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis)
Usage examples
This inclination was perceived by her relations.
With an inclination of the head the Emperor dismissed him.
"It was not inclination that he wanted, Elinor; I could plainly see THAT.
In the former aspect it has an analogy to fear, in the latter to inclination.
For the maxim lacks the moral import, namely, that such actions be done from duty, not from inclination.
In detaining my young charge thus long with myself in the country, I consulted not solely my own inclination.
But, as you say, you had rather not marry at present, far be it from us to offer violence to your inclination!
Accordingly the action was done neither from duty nor from direct inclination, but merely with a selfish view.
Madge acknowledged the introduction with an inclination of the head which was so faint as to be almost imperceptible.
In this case, whatever they long for, whatever they ask, or whatever they have an inclination to do, they must be indulged in.