inclined to

inclined to (do something)

Likely or apt to do something. I hope the boss isn't inclined to fire the person responsible for the printing error. Oh, I'm always inclined to have a piece of cake—let's see the dessert menu! I haven't been feeling well all week, so I'm inclined to stay in this weekend.

See also: inclined, to

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inclined to

Tending or disposed toward, as in I'm inclined to give him the benefit of the doubt. [Mid-1300s]

See also: inclined, to

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