incline
/ɪnˈklaɪn/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6041 in the learning path
倾向于；使倾向于
Definitions
v. To tend towards a particular opinion or course of action
倾向于；使倾向于
v. To lean or move something towards a sloping position
倾斜；低头
n. A surface that slopes upwards or downwards
斜坡
Example
I incline towards the cheaper option for our holiday.
对于我们的假期，我倾向于选择更便宜的方案。
Rising housing costs may incline young adults to remain in their parents' homes longer.
不断上涨的住房成本可能使年轻人更倾向于延长与父母同住的时间。
Collocations
- incline towards a view
- be inclined to agree
- a steep incline
Word family
- inclination (n.)
- inclined (adj.)
Usage tip
动词重音在后；名词读/ˈɪnklaɪn/。
FAQ
- What does incline mean?
- To tend towards a particular opinion or course of action To lean or move something towards a sloping position A surface that slopes upwards or downwards
- How is incline pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈklaɪn/, US /ɪnˈklaɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
