INCLINATIONS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

(geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis)

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

(astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

(physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Noun

the act of inclining

Example: bending forward; an inclination of his head indicated his agreement

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Noun

a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect

Example: the alkaline inclination of the local waters; fabric with a tendency to shrink

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Noun

the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical

Example: the tower had a pronounced tilt; the ship developed a list to starboard; he walked with a heavy inclination to the right

Meaning 7

Part of speech: Noun

an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

Example: he had an inclination to give up too easily; a tendency to be too strict

Meaning 8

Part of speech: Noun

that toward which you are inclined to feel a liking

Example: her inclination is for classical music