proclivity
a natural tendency or inclination toward something
Word origin: From Latin proclivis, sloping forward or inclined.
Proclivity in a sentence
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He showed an early proclivity for solving difficult puzzles.
The study links a proclivity for risk-taking to certain patterns of brain activity.
Using “proclivity” well
A proclivity is a natural, often innate tendency, frequently toward something questionable. It is close to propensity and penchant.
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