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incline vs let down

let down vs incline

incline is a noun but let down is not a noun.

incline and let down both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
incline Yes No Yes No
let down No No Yes No
As verbs, let down is a hypernym of incline; that is, let down is a word with a broader meaning than incline:
  • incline: lower or bend (the head or upper body), as in a nod or bow
  • let down: move something or somebody to a lower position
Other hypernyms of incline include bring down, get down, lower, take down.
incline (noun) let down (noun)
an inclined surface connecting two levels
an elevated geological formation
incline (verb) let down (verb)
make receptive or willing towards an action or attitude or belief fail to meet the hopes or expectations of
feel favorably disposed or willing move something or somebody to a lower position
be at an angle
lower or bend (the head or upper body), as in a nod or bow
bend or turn (one's ear) towards a speaker in order to listen well
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
Difference between incline and let down

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