proclivity
/pɹoʊˈklɪvəti/
Group 1Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- A tendency or natural inclination to behave in a particular way GRE
Example in Context
His proclivity for taking risks served him well in venture capital but proved disastrous in his personal finances.
Synonyms
tendencyleaninginclination
Etymology
A tendency to lean or slope toward something.
- pro- (Latin) — forward
- clivus (Latin) — slope
Memory Aid
🏞️Sounds like “proclivity”
If you have a PROCLIVITY for ice cream, you're leaning toward the nearest sundae!
Visual Association
🍦A person slumping over a giant ice cream cone, unable to resist its pull.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “proclivity” mean on the GRE?
proclivity (noun) means “A tendency or natural inclination to behave in a particular way”. His proclivity for taking risks served him well in venture capital but proved disastrous in his personal finances.
How to remember “proclivity” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “proclivity” sounds like “proclivity”. If you have a PROCLIVITY for ice cream, you're leaning toward the nearest sundae!
What are synonyms for “proclivity”?
Common synonyms: tendency, leaning, inclination.