predisposes

[US]/ˌpriːdɪsˈpəʊzɪz/
[UK]/ˌpriːdɪsˈpoʊzɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to make someone or something inclined to a particular condition or action; to make someone susceptible or vulnerable; to lead someone to a particular course of action; to make someone prone to a disease

Phrases & Collocations

predisposes to

predisposes individuals

predisposes people

predisposes one

predisposes towards

predisposes us

predisposes them

predisposes groups

predisposes society

predisposes conditions

Example Sentences

genetics predisposes individuals to certain health conditions.

a stressful environment predisposes people to anxiety.

childhood experiences can predispose someone to future behaviors.

poor diet predisposes individuals to obesity.

exposure to toxins may predispose children to developmental issues.

hereditary factors often predispose families to certain diseases.

social isolation can predispose individuals to depression.

high-stress jobs predispose workers to burnout.

financial instability predisposes people to mental health issues.

certain lifestyles predispose individuals to heart disease.

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