Synonyms of proclivity

22 similar words

Another word for proclivity is propensity. Other synonyms of proclivity are predisposition, predilection, fancy, love and taste.

Synonyms and similar words for proclivity

penchant
propensityAn inclination, disposition, tendency, preference, or attraction.
affinity
bagOne's preference.
bent
love
cup of coffee
cup of joe
cup of teaAn activity or domain in which someone is interested or skilled in; one's personal preference.
dish informalSomething that fits someone's tastes, interests, or abilities.
fancyLove or amorous attachment.
jamThat which one particularly prefers, desires, enjoys, or cares about.
liking
partiality
tilt US
predilectionA condition of favoring or liking; a tendency towards; proclivity; predisposition.
predispositionThe state of being predisposed or susceptible to something, especially to a behavior or a health condition.
preference
shine slangA liking for a person; a fancy.
taste
thing informal
propension rarePropensity.

noun A predisposition or natural inclination, propensity, or a predilection; especially, a strong disposition or bent.

What is another word for proclivity?: Proclivity has 22 synonyms on Word.ws, such as propensity, predisposition, predilection, fancy, love and taste.
What does proclivity mean?: Proclivity means a predisposition or natural inclination, propensity, or a predilection; especially, a strong disposition or bent.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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