leanings

NOUN

tendency, bias

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inclination predilection propensity sentiment

STRONG

aptitude bent disposition drift favor favoritism inclining liking mindset partiality penchant predisposition proclivity proneness taste thing weakness

WEAK

cup of tea

Antonyms

STRONGEST

antipathy dislike hate

STRONG

disinclination fairness hatred impartiality justice

Example Sentences

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Leanings and inclinations are inherited not less than bodily peculiarities.

From My Doggie and I by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)