inclined

/ɪnˈklaɪnd/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

At an angle to the horizontal; slanted or sloped.

Adjective

Examples

The take-off ramp was inclined at 20 degrees.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Having a tendency, preference, likelihood, or disposition.

Adjective

Examples

I am inclined to believe you.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “inclined” mean?

At an angle to the horizontal; slanted or sloped.

Is “inclined” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.