leaning
noun/ˈliːnɪŋ/
/ˈliːnɪŋ/
[usually plural]- leaning (toward(s) something) a feeling that makes you tend to prefer something or to believe in particular ideas, opinions, etc. synonym inclination, tendency
- My leanings have always been towards comedy rather than tragedy.
- a person with socialist leanings
Extra ExamplesTopics Opinion and argumentc2, Preferences and decisionsc2- She had leanings towards classical architecture.
- John has no political leanings.
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