propensity

名詞

UK/prəˈpen.sə.ti/
US/prəˈpen.sə.t̬i/

定義 propensity 名詞

  1. Singular(单数)

    A natural inclination or tendency to behave in a particular way, often referring to something undesirable.

    (尤指不良的)倾向;嗜好;癖好

    • The company has a propensity for investing in high-risk startups.

      这家公司有投资高风险初创公司的倾向。

    • He has a propensity to make mistakes under pressure.

      他在压力下有犯错的倾向。

    • The artist has a propensity to transform everyday objects into works of art.

      这位艺术家有将日常物品转化为艺术作品的倾向。