Predisposition ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Predisposition ( noun )

1. A tendency to think or behave in a certain way, often as a result of one's experiences or environment.
2. A natural inclination or tendency to a particular condition or disease.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french prédisposition, from prédisposer (see predispose).

Examples:

1. He had a predisposition to violence.
2. She had a predisposition to depression.
3. The study suggests that there may be a genetic predisposition to obesity.
4. He had a predisposition to act impulsively.
5. The patient has a predisposition to develop allergies.

(As a verb)

Predisposition ( verb )

1. A tendency to think or behave in a certain way, often as a result of one's experiences or environment.
2. A natural inclination or tendency to a particular condition or disease.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french prédisposition, from prédisposer (see predispose).

Examples:

1. He had a predisposition to violence.
2. She had a predisposition to depression.
3. The study suggests that there may be a genetic predisposition to obesity.
4. He had a predisposition to act impulsively.
5. The patient has a predisposition to develop allergies.