disposition
noun/ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #7,834 most common English word
Meaning
A person's natural tendency or usual mood; an inclination toward a particular behavior.
Example sentence
Her cheerful disposition made everyone feel welcome at the party.
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