tendency

Definitions

An inclination or predisposition toward a particular characteristic, type of behavior, or state.

A prevailing trend or direction in which something is developing or changing.

Examples

She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.

There is a growing tendency among young people to prioritize experiences over material possessions.

The stock market shows a clear tendency to fluctuate during periods of economic uncertainty.

Synonyms

inclination propensity predisposition penchant bias proclivity aptitude

Antonyms

aversion disinclination antipathy indifference avoidance repugnance unlikelihood