disinclination
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kləˈneɪ noun
the absence of inclination; reluctance; unwillingness.
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| —vb | |
| to make or be unwilling, reluctant, or averse | |
| disinclination | |
| —n | |
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Disinclination
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Example sentences
It reveals a fundamental skepticism and disinclination to cooperate with outsiders, especially those representing the government.
Joe has a natural disinclination for all personal contact games.
Cook's behavior and actions clearly indicate his disregard for the law and a disinclination to reform his character.
Hence his disinclination to leave it and to attempt anything outside.
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