incline

[ɪnˈklaɪn]

incline Definition

• 1. to slope or lean in a particular direction
• 2. to have a tendency to do something
• 3. a sloping surface or plane

Using incline: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "incline" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The road inclined steeply towards the summit.

• Example

  She inclined her head to listen to him better.

• Example

  I incline to the view that we should wait.

• Example

  The roof has a gentle incline to allow rainwater to run off.

• Example

  He has an inclination for music and art.

incline Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for incline

• slope
• tilt
• lean
• tip
• slant

Antonyms for incline

• level
• flatten

Phrases with incline

• inclined plane

  a flat supporting surface tilted at an angle, with one end higher than the other, used as an aid for raising or lowering a load

  Example

  The movers used an inclined plane to move the heavy furniture down the stairs.

• inclined to agree/disagree

  having a tendency to agree/disagree with something

  Example

  I am inclined to agree with your proposal.

• inclined to do something

  having a tendency or preference to do something

  Example

  He is inclined to spend his weekends reading books.

Origins of incline

from Latin 'inclīnāre', meaning 'to bend, bow; turn (toward); lean over; incline'

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Summary: incline in Brief

The term 'incline' [ɪnˈklaɪn] refers to a slope or tendency to do something. It can describe physical surfaces like roads or roofs, as well as people's preferences or tendencies. Examples include 'The road inclined steeply towards the summit' and 'He has an inclination for music and art.' Phrases like 'inclined plane' and 'inclined to agree/disagree' extend the usage of 'incline.'