1. to lean or slope at an angle
2. to have a tendency or preference toward something
3. to cause someone to have a particular opinion or feeling

1. sloping surfaces or gradual slopes

Examples

• The roof inclines at a steep angle to shed rain quickly.
• She inclines toward classical music rather than pop.
• His harsh criticism inclines me to disagree with him.
• The mountain trail follows several gentle inclines.
• The tower inclines slightly to the left due to settling.
• This evidence inclines me to believe his story.
• The road inclines sharply as it approaches the summit.