What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
predisposed
Example
She was predisposed to like the movie because she enjoys romantic comedies. [predisposed: adjective]
Example
Due to his family history, he was predisposed to heart disease. [predisposed: verb]
disposed
Example
I am disposed to help you with your project. [disposed: adjective]
Example
He was not disposed to listen to her complaints. [disposed: verb]
Example
The chairs were disposed in a circle for the meeting. [disposed: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disposed is more commonly used than predisposed in everyday language, making it a more useful word for ESL learners to know.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between predisposed and disposed?
Predisposed is more formal than disposed, and is often used in academic or technical writing.
