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propensity

nounfeminineformal/pɾupẽˈsɐ̃w̃/low

pro·pen·são

Definition

A natural inclination or tendency towards something.
She has a propensity for getting into trouble.
There is a high propensity for violence in the area.
Common collocations
propensity forpropensity tohave a propensity

Etymology

Do latim 'propensio, -onis'.

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