Definitions

1. noun

a natural or habitual pattern of thought or behavior; a predisposition to act or behave in a particular way

“Her tendency to procrastinate led to her missing the deadline.”

2. noun

a direction or movement, especially of a scientific or philosophical idea

“The tendency of modern technology is toward greater miniaturization.”

3. noun

a likelihood or probability of something happening or being the case

“There’s a tendency for accidents to occur when people drive too fast.”

4. verb

to be disposed or inclined to do something

“She tends to get nervous before big presentations.”