Choose the word similar in meaning to the word-Proclivity
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Inclination
Proclivity means a natural tendency to do something or to behave in a certain way, often something not approved of. Its synonym is inclination.
Example: He has a proclivity for arriving late to every meeting.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Disinterest | lack of interest (nearly the opposite of a natural leaning towards something) | The students showed complete disinterest in the dull lecture. |
| (2) Inclination (answer) | a natural liking for something or a tendency to act in a certain way (both words name a leaning of one's nature) | She showed an early inclination towards music. |
| (3) Persistence | continuing firmly in spite of difficulty (it is about effort, not a natural tendency) | Her persistence finally won her a place in the team. |
| (4) Judgment | the ability to make sensible decisions, or an opinion formed after thought (it does not mean a tendency) | Trust your own judgment when choosing a course. |
| Synonyms of proclivity: inclination, tendency, propensity, leaning Antonyms of proclivity: disinterest, aversion, disinclination, reluctance Also asked in CUET (UG): inclination – 31-05-2023 Slot 3 |