Predispose

usgb/ˌpriːdɪˈspəʊz/
verb

To make someone likely to think, behave, or react in a certain way.

Regular exercise can predispose individuals to better health.
Visual representation of "predispose" - To make someone likely to think, behave, or react in a certain way

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  • predispose someone to
  • predispose to disease
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Behavior Influence

Predispose can imply subtle influence on actions without direct control.

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Growing up in a bilingual home may predispose children to be more adept at language learning.
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Not Immediate

'Predispose' doesn't cause something directly; it makes it more likely over time.

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Having an arts-focused school can predispose students towards creative careers.
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Subtle Tendency

'Predispose' often refers to a slight or modest inclination, not a guarantee.

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Preferring to work at night may predispose you to quieter jobs.
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