1. to make someone or something more likely to develop a particular condition, attitude, or behavior
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘predispose’

Examples

• A family history of heart disease predisposes him to cardiovascular problems.
• Smoking predisposes people to lung cancer.
• Her upbringing predisposes her to be generous with others.
• Stress predisposes the body to various illnesses.
• The humid climate predisposes the building to mold growth.
• Lack of exercise predisposes individuals to obesity.
• His pessimistic nature predisposes him to depression.