Antonyms for predisposition
priˌdɪs pəˈzɪʃ ən, ˌpri dɪs-pre·dis·po·si·tion

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1. • Disposition
   • Inclination
   • Susceptibility

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1. sensitivity, predispositionnoun

   susceptibility to a pathogen

   Synonyms:
   sensitivity, sensibility, sensitiveness

2. predispositionnoun

   an inclination beforehand to interpret statements in a particular way

   Synonyms:
   sensitivity

3. predispositionnoun

   a disposition in advance to react in a particular way

   Synonyms:
   sensitivity

How to use predisposition in a sentence?

1. Colin Pritchard:

   The utility of panel testing is that we know there are a lot more genes beyond BRCA1 and BRCA2 that are associated with cancer predisposition.

2. Hamid Khan:

   It's hurtful to think that those who are seeking the highest offices in the land are ignoring the basic tenets of the Constitution and suddenly concluding that Muslims have a predisposition for violence, it feels like we're a punching bag.

3. Hedy Kindler:

   This is what we call a gene-environment interaction, you still need the asbestos exposure, but the genetic predisposition can make you more likely to develop mesothelioma with a lower level of asbestos exposure.

4. Tom Rooney:

   When I see how they're laying it out or what they're saying then I'll make up my mind, from what I know now my predisposition is not to support that.

5. Jonathan Shaw:

   This is a population with a genetic predisposition and when exposed to Western lifestyles results in high rates of diabetes, [This is] undoubtedly caused by high rates of obesity.

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