How to Pronounce "predisposed"
word
ˌpɹidɪˈspoʊzd
pree-di-SPOHZD
pɹiːdɪspˈəʊzd
pree-di-SPOHZD
Definition
Likely or more inclined to act a certain way or be affected by something, often due to genetics, environment, or experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɹidɪˈspoʊzd
British English
pɹiːdɪspˈəʊzd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pree-di-SPOHZD
UK
pree-di-SPOHZD
Listen in Context
People with certain genes are predisposed to diabetes.
He is predisposed to be optimistic about life.
Children raised in loving homes are predisposed to trust others.
Some people are naturally predisposed to anxiety, even if nothing’s wrong.