disinclination

[ dis-in-kluh-ney-shuhn, dis-in- ]

noun

1. the absence of inclination; reluctance; unwillingness.

Word History and Origins

Origin of disinclination¹

First recorded in 1640–50; dis- ¹ + inclination

Example Sentences

Cui said that disinclination is partly because high existing household savings would necessitate a cash infusion of hundreds of billions of dollars to make a notable impact.

From Los Angeles Times

In a sense, that’s a deflection of the personal scrutiny involved in pop stardom — a move in keeping with Bryan’s general disinclination to fulfill the rituals of celebrity on any platform beyond his own.

From Los Angeles Times

With his permanent grimace and disinclination to discuss much of anything beyond play schemes and player development, Saban was almost the antithesis of camera-ready.

From New York Times

Mark Ronson has always been a mumbler, his soft, unobtrusive speaking voice a product of both his transatlantic upbringing and — notwithstanding the chart-topping pop songs he’s helped create — his general disinclination toward fame.

From Los Angeles Times

Policies do not cover a "disinclination to travel", Mr James said, unless there is a valid or official reason.

From BBC