propensity

//prəˈpɛnsɪti//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
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Noun

propensitySingular
propensitiesPlural
1

A natural inclination or tendency to behave in a particular way.

He has a propensity to spend money on unnecessary things.

2

A disposition or likelihood to do or experience something.

He has a propensity to take risks.