inclination

• Nom désignant une tendance ou une préférence pour quelque chose, ou une déviation par rapport à une ligne verticale ou horizontale ou un plan, utilisé dans des contextes tels que l'astronomie, la géométrie et la physique.

A noun referring to a tendency or preference for a particular thing, or a deviation from a vertical or horizontal line or plane, used in contexts such as astronomy, geometry, and physics.

1. Mental preferenceB2formal

   A tendency or preference in one's thinking, especially one that favors a particular choice or alternative.

   inclination, penchant

   • She has a strong inclination towards the arts.
   • His political inclination is clearly conservative.
   • Despite her inclination to stay home, she went to the party.

   Synonymesbentbiasdispositionleaningpartialitypenchantpredilectionpreferenceproclivitypropensitytendency

   Antonymesaversiondisinclinationreluctance

2. Astronomical angleC2formalscientific

   The angle between the plane of an orbit and the plane of the ecliptic, measured in degrees.

   Inclinaison orbitale

   • The inclination of Mars' orbit is about 1.85 degrees.
   • Astronomers calculated the inclination of the newly discovered comet.
   • A high orbital inclination can affect a satellite's coverage area.

3. Geometric angleC2formalscientific

   The angle formed by the x-axis and a given line, measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis.

   Inclinaison (angle géométrique)

   • The line has an inclination of 45 degrees.
   • To find the slope, calculate the tangent of the inclination angle.
   • The inclination of the line determines its steepness.

   Synonymesangle of inclination

4. Magnetic dipC2formalscientific

   The angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon.

   Inclinaison magnétique

   • The magnetic inclination at the North Pole is 90 degrees.
   • Navigators use inclination to correct compass readings.
   • The Earth's magnetic field varies in inclination depending on location.

   Synonymesangle of dipdipmagnetic dip

5. Natural likingB2formal

   A feeling of attraction or preference towards something or someone.

   inclination (attirance naturelle)

   • He has an inclination for spicy food.
   • Her inclination towards classical music was evident.
   • The child showed an early inclination for drawing.

   Synonymesbentbiasdispositionfondnessleaninglikingpenchantpredilectionpreferenceproclivitypropensitytendency

   Antonymesantipathyaversiondislikerepulsion

6. Slant or tiltB2formal

   The property of a line or surface that deviates from the vertical or horizontal.

   Inclinaison

   • The inclination of the tower is clearly visible.
   • Engineers measured the inclination of the leaning wall.
   • A slight inclination in the floor caused the ball to roll.

   Synonymesanglecantgradientinclineleanpitchrakeslantslopetilt

   Antonymesflatness

7. Natural dispositionB2formal

   A characteristic likelihood or natural tendency toward a certain condition, character, or effect.

   disposition naturelle

   • There is an inclination for the metal to rust in humid conditions.
   • The breed has an inclination towards hip dysplasia.
   • His natural inclination is to be cautious in new situations.

   Synonymesbentdispositionleaningpenchantpredilectionproclivitypropensitysusceptibilitytendency

   Antonymesantipathyaversiondisinclinationdistasterepugnance

8. Bending forwardB2formal

   The act of bending or leaning forward, or a bowing motion.

   Action de pencher ou de s'incliner vers l'avant

   • He acknowledged the applause with a slight inclination of his head.
   • The inclination of her body showed deep respect.
   • A formal bow is a deep inclination from the waist.

   Synonymesbendbowbowingleaningnodstoop

   Antonymesextension