Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incline
verb and noun
/ɪnˈklaɪn/
Definition
To bend or lean in a particular direction.
Examples
- She has an incline to help others whenever she can.
- The road will incline upward as we approach the hill.
- The incline of the path made the hike a bit challenging.
Meaning
Incline can refer to a physical angle or a tendency towards a certain belief, behavior, or action.
Synonyms
- lean
- slant
- bend
- tendency
