tendency

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A noun referring to a general direction in which something is developing or changing, or a natural inclination to behave in a particular way.

1. Inclination or LikelihoodB1formal

   A natural or habitual inclination to behave in a particular way or to act in a certain manner.

   ميل

   • She has a tendency to procrastinate when faced with difficult tasks.
   • He shows a tendency to exaggerate his achievements.
   • There is a growing tendency among young people to use social media for news.

   المرادفاتbentbiasdispositioninclinationleaningliabilitylikelihoodpenchantpredilectionproclivitypropensityreadiness

2. General Direction or TrendB2formal

   A general direction in which something is developing or changing.

   اتجاه عام

   • The market shows a tendency towards higher prices.
   • There is a tendency for temperatures to rise in the summer months.
   • The data reveals a clear tendency towards increased automation.

   المرادفاتbearingbentcoursecurrentdirectiondriftinclinationleaningorientationtrend