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Definition of proneness

proneness

/ˈproʊn.nəs/
prone · ness
Adverb:pronely
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Adjective:prone
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proneness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A natural tendency, inclination, or susceptibility toward a particular state, behavior, or condition (frequently something undesirable).

Example

"The study examined whether sleep deprivation increases a driver's proneness to accidents."

2

The physical state or position of lying flat, especially face downward.

Example

"The physical therapist assessed the patient's comfort while in a state of complete proneness on the examination table."

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• Nearby Words

promptness
pronation
prone
proneness
prong
pronged
pronghorn

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