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"Proclivity" vs. "proneness": nuances of natural tendencies

Reviewed and edited by Lloyd Cooper 23/12/2024, 14:19
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Proclivity and proneness. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "proclivity" and "proneness" refer to a tendency or inclination toward something.

What is different?

"Proclivity" often implies a natural or habitual inclination, sometimes with a neutral or positive connotation, while "proneness" typically refers to a susceptibility to something negative or undesirable.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for proclivity) and proneness

Examples of usage

Proclivity
  • She has a proclivity for learning new languages.
  • His proclivity for hard work earned him a promotion.
  • They have a proclivity to donate generously to charity.
Proneness
  • Due to his proneness to injury, the athlete missed several games.
  • Her proneness to allergies made springtime difficult.
  • The region's proneness to earthquakes requires sturdy construction.