as the twig is bent, so is the tree inclined
A person's formative experiences in youth influence their character during adulthood.
VERBS
be, feel, seem
I'm not inclined to go out tonight, so I'll stay home and read instead.
ADV
strongly, very
rather
She was rather inclined to believe everything her friend told her without question.
favourably
PREP
towards
After spending time with her new classmates, Sarah felt more inclined towards joining their study group.
VERBS
appear, be, seem | become, grow
ADV
strongly, very | increasingly
a bit, half, a little, rather, slightly
I'm a bit inclined to think that early mornings aren't really for me.
naturally
criminally, liberally, mystically, romantically, suicidally
My grandmother was always romantically inclined, believing in soulmates and happily ever after.
PREP
to
Some people are naturally inclined to worry about things they cannot control.
PHRASES
that way inclined
If your brother enjoys cooking shows, he might be that way inclined too.
VERBS
appear, be, seem
ADV
academically, artistically, musically
My sister is musically inclined, so she decided to learn the piano last year.