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Meaning of leanings
The primary meaning of the word "leanings" refers to a person's natural or habitual tendency or inclination towards something.
Etymology of leanings
The word "leanings" originates from the Old English word "hlīnan" meaning to lean or incline, and the suffix "-ing" which forms a noun indicating a verbal action or a state
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe a person's tendency or inclination towards something
Synonyms
tendencies
inclinations
preferences
biases
predispositions
proclivities
affinities
sympathies
sentiments
views
opinions
perspectives
attitudes
orientations
bents
inclining
leaning
propensities
likings
fondness
penchants
partialities
susceptibilities
vulnerabilities
sensitivities
Definitions
- A person's natural or habitual tendency or inclination towards something
- * A person's opinion or attitude, especially one that is not strongly or actively held
Usage Examples
- Her leanings towards art led her to pursue a career in painting
- * The company's leanings towards sustainability have earned them a reputation as an environmentally responsible business
Antonyms
aversions
dislikes
distastes
repulsions
antagonisms
hostilities
oppositions
resistances
rejections
refusals
denials
disagreements
discrepancies
contradictions
reversals
opposition
disaffinity
disfavor
disapproval