What is another word for predisposes?

Pronunciation: [pɹiːdɪspˈə͡ʊzɪz] (IPA)

The word "predisposes" is often used to describe a predisposition or susceptibility to certain conditions. However, there are many other words that can be used to convey a similar meaning, such as prone, liable, susceptible, inclined, vulnerable, and predisposed. Each of these words highlights the idea that someone or something may be more likely to experience a certain outcome based on certain factors or characteristics. Whether discussing genetic factors, environmental factors, or behavior patterns, using varied synonyms can help to convey a more nuanced understanding of a situation and the potential outcomes that may result.

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Usage examples for Predisposes

In this connection is should be noted that a great drain of water from the system by any other channel than the kidneys predisposes to the production of gravel or stone.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
Want of exercise predisposes to it, or feed which is coarse and indigestible may after a time produce it.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
Says Maudsley, "I cannot but think that the extreme passion for getting rich, absorbing the whole energies of a life, predisposes to mental degeneracy in the offspring, either to moral defect, or to intellectual deficiency, or to outbursts of positive insanity."
"Practical Ethics"
William DeWitt Hyde

Famous quotes with Predisposes

  • At times one feels that what is being said in the West is that the fact that you are a Muslim predisposes you to this blind, stupid terrorism.
    Lakhdar Brahimi
  • I think that the enormous emphasis on violence and sex, and in particular violent sex, may not make rapists of us all, but it predisposes us to accept a kind of world in which these things happen.
    Alexander Walker

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