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incline Definition and Meaning in English (incline definition)

verb
Synonyms:leanslopeslant
Quick Answer • Definition

Incline definition: To lean or slant away from a vertical or horizontal line.

Definitions of Incline

  1. 1verb

    To lean or slant away from a vertical or horizontal line.

  2. 2verb

    To have a tendency or a preference for something.

  3. 3noun

    A slope or a gradient, especially on a road or a piece of land.

Example Sentences

casual

“The road began to incline steeply.”

formal

“I incline to agree with her opinion.”

casual

“There was a gentle incline leading to the house.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenseinclined
present participleinclining
nouninclination
adjectiveinclinable

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Incline definition: To lean or slant away from a vertical or horizontal line.
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'Incline' translates to 'incline' in English. Incline definition: To lean or slant away from a vertical or horizontal line.
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