Definitions

1. noun

A tendency or disposition to something, especially a tendency to be or become a certain way, especially in a negative sense.

“The proneness to anxiety in her teenage years made her parents worry about her mental health.”

2. noun

A tendency to do something, especially something that is considered undesirable or improper.

“The proneness to procrastination led to his poor performance in school.”

3. noun

A tendency to be affected in a particular way by a particular situation or condition.

“The proneness to frostbite made her avoid hiking in the winter.”