predisposition
[/ˌpriːdɪspəˈzɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: predisposições
predisposição
1. A tendency to suffer from a particular condition or to behave in a particular way
She has a genetic predisposition to diabetes.
Ela tem uma predisposição genética para diabetes.
2. An inclination or preference toward something before experiencing it
His predisposition toward classical music influenced his career choice.
Sua predisposição para música clássica influenciou sua escolha de carreira.
3. A susceptibility or vulnerability to something negative
The study revealed a predisposition to anxiety disorders in certain populations.
O estudo revelou uma predisposição para transtornos de ansiedade em certas populações.
The term 'predisposition' is widely used in both American and Brazilian healthcare, wellness, and genetic counseling contexts. In Brazil, it's particularly common in discussions about family medical history (histórico familiar) and preventive medicine (medicina preventiva). The concept is important in Brazilian culture where familial health patterns are often discussed and considered when making lifestyle decisions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
genetic predisposition
predisposition to illness
predisposition toward behavior
hereditary predisposition
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