Basic Details
Word: Incline
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To lean or bend in a particular direction; to have a tendency to do something.
Synonyms: Lean, slope, tilt, bend
Antonyms: Decline, oppose
Idioms and Phrases
- Inclined to agree: Feeling a tendency to agree with someone or something. Example: "She was inclined to agree with her teacher about the importance of studying."
- Incline of the hill: Referring to the slope of a hill or land. Example: "We decided to have a picnic on the incline of the hill, where the view was beautiful."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The path inclined steeply, making it challenging to climb to the top of the hill.
Example 2: He was inclined to try out for the school play after seeing his friends audition.
Example 3: The old tree had an incline, with branches stretching out towards the ground.
Fun Fact
The word "incline" comes from the Latin word "inclinare," which means to "lean or bend." It has been used in English since the late 14th century.
Famous Quote
"The wise man will set his course by the stars, not by the light of every passing ship." – Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "incline" mean?
a) To stand up straight
b) To lean or bend towards
c) To move backwards
d) To jump high
Answer: b) To lean or bend towards
2. Which of these is a synonym of "incline"?
a) Lean
b) Walk
c) Sit
d) Sleep
Answer: a) Lean
3. What is the opposite of "incline"?
a) Support
b) Decline
c) Accept
d) Offer
Answer: b) Decline
4. Which sentence uses "incline" correctly?
a) The incline of the hill made it easier to climb.
b) I incline to eat breakfast every morning.
c) He incline the ball to the other side.
d) She incline to fly the kite in the sky.
Answer: b) I incline to eat breakfast every morning.
5. Which idiom means to have a tendency to agree?
a) Inclined to agree
b) Slope of the mountain
c) Downhill roll
d) Straight and narrow
Answer: a) Inclined to agree
