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Meaning of disposition
The inherent qualities of someone's character that determines their behavior and attitudes.
Etymology of disposition
The word "disposition" comes from the Old French word "disposicion", which is derived from the Latin word "dispositio", meaning "arrangement" or "organization"
The Latin word "dispositio" is a combination of "dis" (meaning "apart") and "positio" (meaning "placement")
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a person's natural or habitual tendencies
Synonyms
temperament
character
nature
attitude
mindset
outlook
perspective
inclination
tendency
propensity
predisposition
bent
leaning
orientation
mood
humor
disposition
personality
traits
attributes
qualities
features
characteristics
makeup
constitution
spirit
tone
tenor
mood
atmosphere
Definitions
- A person's inherent qualities of mind and character
- * A person's attitude or outlook
- * The natural or habitual arrangement of something
Usage Examples
- Her disposition towards helping others made her a beloved member of the community
- * The company's disposition towards innovation led to the development of new products
- * His disposition to argue made it difficult to have a conversation with him
Antonyms
reluctance
hesitation
indecision
uncertainty
unpredictability
instability
volatility
inconsistency
irregularity
capriciousness
moodiness
irritability
gloominess
pessimism
negativity
resistance
unwillingness
aversion
dislike
hostility