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Meaning of disinclined
The primary meaning of "disinclined" is to feel no inclination or desire to do something.
Etymology of disinclined
The word "disinclined" originates from the prefix "dis-" meaning "opposite of" or "not", and the word "inclined" which comes from the Old French word "encliner" meaning "to bend or lean towards", and the Latin word "inclīnāre" meaning "to bend or lean towards"
Historically, the word "disinclined" has been used since the 15th century to describe someone who is not willing or eager to do something
Synonyms
unwilling
reluctant
hesitant
averse
loath
indisposed
unenthusiastic
uninterested
apathetic
unmotivated
lethargic
sluggish
lackluster
halfhearted
unkeen
unsympathetic
unconvinced
skeptical
opposed
resistant
opposed
uncooperative
unfriendly
inhospitable
unwelcoming
unaccommodating
unobliging
disinclined
unmoved
untouched
unaffected
impervious
indifferent
detached
unconcerned
uninvolved
disinterested
Definitions
- Having no inclination or desire to do something
- * Not feeling like doing something, or not wanting to do it
- * Lacking enthusiasm or interest in something
Usage Examples
- She was disinclined to attend the party due to her busy schedule
- * He was disinclined to take risks, preferring a more cautious approach
- * The company was disinclined to invest in the new project, citing financial concerns