leaning, propensity, proclivity, penchant mean a strong instinct or liking for something. leaning suggests a liking or attraction not strong enough to be decisive or uncontrollable.
Define leaning. leaning synonyms, leaning pronunciation, leaning translation, English dictionary definition of leaning. n. An inclination, tendency, or preference. See Synonyms at predilection. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
Definition of leaning noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. 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. Questions about grammar and vocabulary?
leaning definition: tendency or inclination towards something. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, and related words. Discover expressions like "artistic leaning", "forward-leaning".
to exert influence or pressure on in order to gain cooperation, maintain discipline, or the like: The state is leaning on the company to clean up its industrial wastes.
