disposition

Word parts

dispose + -ition

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/

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• Hyphenation: dis‧po‧si‧tion

Noun

Singular disposition

Plural dispositions

1. (countable) Your disposition is your usual way of acting or feeling.
   • Synonym: temperament

   She has a cheerful disposition.

   He has a disposition to avoid conflict.

2. (countable) The disposition of objects is the way they are arranged or placed.
   • Synonym: arrangement

   The disposition of the furniture made the room look more spacious.

3. (countable) A disposition is the legal process of transferring property or money.
   • Synonym: settlement

   The disposition of the estate was handled by a lawyer.

Related words

• dispose