incline

(noun) an elevated geological formation. Synonyms: slope, side. Examples: "He climbed the steep slope." "The house was built on the side of a mountain."

(noun) an inclined surface connecting two levels. Synonyms: ramp.

(verb) have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined. Synonyms: tend, be given, lean, run. Examples: "She tends to be nervous before her lectures." "These dresses run small." "He inclined to corpulence."

(verb) bend or turn (one's ear) towards a speaker in order to listen well. Examples: "He inclined his ear to the wise old man."

(verb) lower or bend (the head or upper body), as in a nod or bow. Examples: "She inclined her head to the student."

(verb) be at an angle. Synonyms: slope, pitch. Examples: "The terrain sloped down."

(verb) feel favorably disposed or willing. Examples: "She inclines to the view that people should be allowed to expres their religious beliefs."

(verb) make receptive or willing towards an action or attitude or belief. Synonyms: dispose. Examples: "Their language inclines us to believe them."