LEANING

[lean.ing] n (15c): a definite but not decisive attraction or tendency--often used in pl. syn 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 "a student with artistic leanings". propensity implies a deeply ingrained and usu. irresistible inclination "a propensity to offer advice". proclivity suggests a strong natural proneness usu. to something objectionable or evil "a proclivity for violence". penchant implies a strongly marked taste in the person or an irresistible attraction in the object "a penchant for taking risks".