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Definition of disinclination

disinclination

/ˌdɪs.ɪn.klɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
dis · in · cli · na · tion
Plural:disinclinations
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Adjective:disinclined
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disinclination Lexical Profile

disinclination Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A lack of willingness, desire, or enthusiasm to do something; a slight aversion or reluctance.

Example

"The committee showed a strong disinclination to approve the new budget without further financial review."

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• Rhymes for disinclination

• Nearby Words

disillusionment
disincentive
disincentivize
disinclination
disincline
disinclined
disinfect

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 17th century, formed in English from the prefix dis- and the noun inclination, which ultimately derives from Latin inclinare ('to cause to lean, bend, or turn').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Disinclination. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/disinclination
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