leaning
noun /ˈliːnɪŋ/
/ˈliːnɪŋ/
[usually plural]- 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.
- a person with socialist leanings
Extra ExamplesTopics Opinion and argumentc2, Preferences and decisionsc2- He had leanings towards classical architecture.
- John has no political leanings.