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1. (n.) predisposition
the fact or condition of being predisposed:
a predisposition to think optimistically.
Etymology: (1615–25)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) sensitivity, predisposition
susceptibility to a pathogen
2. (noun) predisposition
an inclination beforehand to interpret statements in a particular way
3. (noun) predisposition
a disposition in advance to react in a particular way
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) predisposition
the act of predisposing, or the state of being predisposed; previous inclination, tendency, or propensity; predilection; -- applied to the mind; as, a predisposition to anger
2. (noun) predisposition
previous fitness or adaptation to any change, impression, or purpose; susceptibility; -- applied to material things; as, the predisposition of the body to disease
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