Word
disposition
Meanings
A person’s usual attitude, character, or temperament.
A natural tendency or inclination to do something.
The act of dealing with something, especially arranging, distributing, or getting rid of it (formal).
Definition
A disposition is a person’s usual attitude, mood, or way of behaving.
A disposition is the typical way someone thinks, feels, and acts. It is a more lasting pattern than a momentary emotion, so it describes what a person is generally like. It can be positive, like being friendly, or negative, like being impatient. In formal contexts, it can also mean the act of dealing with something, such as arranging or getting rid of it.
Examples
- She has a cheerful disposition even on busy days.
- His calm disposition helped the team stay focused.
- The coach admired her disposition to keep practicing after losses.
- The company must report the disposition of the old equipment.
- Despite the stress, her disposition remained kind and patient.