Definitions
- Referring to a tendency or inclination towards a particular behavior or action. - Describing a natural disposition or inclination towards a certain way of thinking or acting. - Talking about a predisposition or inclination towards a specific outcome or result.
- Referring to a natural tendency or preference towards a particular behavior or action. - Describing a leaning or bias towards a certain way of thinking or acting. - Talking about a predisposition or tendency towards a specific outcome or result.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a natural tendency or predisposition towards something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person's behavior or way of thinking.
- 3Both words can be used in a positive or negative context.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Intendency is less common than inclination and may sound more formal or technical.
- 2Connotation: Intendency can imply a stronger or more fixed tendency than inclination.
- 3Scope: Intendency can refer to a broader tendency or pattern, while inclination is often used to describe a specific preference or bias.
Remember this!
Intendency and inclination are synonyms that both refer to a natural tendency or predisposition towards something. However, intendency is less common and may sound more formal or technical, while inclination is more versatile and can be used in various contexts. Additionally, intendency can imply a stronger or more fixed tendency than inclination, which is often used to describe a specific preference or bias.
