Word
disposition
Meanings
a person’s usual mood, temperament, or natural way of behaving
a natural tendency or inclination to do something in a particular way
the act of arranging, handling, or deciding what will happen to something
Definition
A disposition is a person’s usual mood or natural tendency to think and act in certain ways.
A disposition is the way someone normally feels or behaves, especially over time. It can describe a cheerful, calm, or impatient nature. It can also mean a tendency or inclination to do something. In some contexts, it refers to how something is arranged or dealt with, but the most common use is about personality or attitude.
Examples
- Her cheerful disposition makes the office feel lighter.
- He has a calm disposition, even under pressure.
- The coach liked her disposition during practice.
- I don’t have the disposition to argue today.
- His generous disposition shows in small everyday choices.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse disposition with position and use it to mean someone’s job role instead of their temperament or tendency.
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