disposition
gb/dˌɪspəzˈɪʃən/ us/dˌɪspəzˈɪʃən/
B2
Englanti
~ 9300
természet, vérmérséklet, hajlam, elrendezés, elhelyezés, ügy lezárása, végső elbírálás, vagyonról való rendelkezés, vagyon elidegenítése
SUBSTANTIIVI
B2
1
természet
B1
vérmérséklet
C1
Käyttömalli:
[someone] has a [adjective] disposition
Her sunny disposition makes her very easy to work with.
Derűs természete miatt nagyon könnyű vele együtt dolgozni.
Despite his serious expression, he has a kind and patient disposition.
Komoly arckifejezése ellenére kedves és türelmes természete van.
The job requires someone with a calm disposition who can handle stress.
People of a nervous disposition may find the film disturbing.
His naturally optimistic disposition helped him get through difficult times.
Oppijaesimerkit
She has a friendly disposition and smiles a lot.
Barátságos természete van, és sokat mosolyog.
His quiet disposition is different from his loud brother.
Az ő csendes természete egészen más, mint a hangos bátyjáé.
The teacher has a strict disposition in class.
My grandfather has a warm disposition and loves to talk.
Because of her shy disposition, she does not like big parties.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes confuse "disposition" with "mood." "Disposition" is more stable and long-term (your usual way of being), while "mood" is temporary (how you feel right now). They also sometimes write "*good disposed" instead of "good-natured" or "of a good disposition."
Merkitys
a person's usual mood/character
Kollokaatiot
a cheerful disposition
|a sunny disposition
|a quiet disposition
|a gentle disposition
|of a nervous disposition
|an easygoing disposition
Synonyymit
temperament (Very close in meaning, often used in more formal or psychological contexts.)
Antonyymit
instability (Highlights the lack of a steady, predictable mood or character that a disposition implies.)
Teemat
personality
|emotions
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
The normal way someone is, especially their usual mood and how they behave most of the time.
Someone’s general temperament or usual mood, especially whether they tend to be cheerful, calm, serious, etc.
SUBSTANTIIVI
B2
2
hajlam
B2
Käyttömalli:
a disposition to/toward [verb/noun]
He has a strong disposition to help others, even when it costs him time and money.
Erős hajlama van arra, hogy másokon segítsen, még akkor is, ha ez időbe és pénzbe kerül neki.
Some people have a genetic disposition toward high blood pressure.
Egyes embereknek genetikai hajlamuk van a magas vérnyomásra.
Her disposition to worry makes it hard for her to relax on vacation.
The report noted a worrying disposition toward risk-taking among young drivers.
The therapy aims to change a criminal disposition into more prosocial behavior.
Oppijaesimerkit
She has a disposition to speak very quickly.
Hajlama van rá, hogy nagyon gyorsan beszéljen.
He shows a disposition toward anger when he is tired.
Amikor fáradt, hajlamos a haragra.
Some children have a disposition to cry easily.
My family has a disposition to gain weight.
He has a disposition to save money, not to spend it.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners often say "*tend to disposition" instead of using the correct pattern "have a disposition to…" or "a disposition toward…". They also confuse "disposition" with "disposal" (e.g., writing "*a disposition of waste" instead of "disposal of waste").
Merkitys
a tendency or inclination
Kollokaatiot
a disposition to help others
|a disposition to worry
|a disposition toward violence
|genetic disposition
|a disposition to depression
|political disposition
Synonyymit
tendency (Broader and more common; slightly less formal and can be used in more casual contexts.)
Antonyymit
aversion (Emphasizes an active dislike or resistance, the opposite of being inclined toward something.)
Teemat
psychology
|personality
|health
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
A usual tendency to do something or to feel something in a certain way.
A natural or developed tendency or inclination to behave, think, or react in a particular way.
SUBSTANTIIVI
C1
FORMAL
3
elrendezés
B2
elhelyezés
B2
Käyttömalli:
the disposition of [things/people] in [a place]
The architect explained the disposition of the rooms around a central courtyard.
Az építész elmagyarázta a szobák elrendezését a központi udvar körül.
Commanders discussed the disposition of troops along the border.
A parancsnokok megvitatták a csapatok elhelyezését a határ mentén.
The seating disposition in the hall was changed to allow more people to attend.
The garden’s calm feeling comes from the thoughtful disposition of trees and paths.
The report included a map showing the disposition of enemy forces.
Oppijaesimerkit
The disposition of chairs in the room was in a circle.
A székek elrendezése a szobában kör alakú volt.
We talked about the disposition of desks in the new office.
Az új irodában az íróasztalok elrendezéséről beszéltünk.
The general planned the disposition of his soldiers on the hill.
The manager changed the disposition of tables in the restaurant.
The map shows the disposition of the buildings on campus.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes think this meaning is about "mood" or "personality" because of the more common sense. In this formal meaning, "disposition" refers only to how things or people are placed, often in technical, military, or architectural contexts.
Merkitys
arrangement of things or people
Kollokaatiot
the disposition of furniture
|the disposition of troops
|the spatial disposition of buildings
|the disposition of rooms
|a defensive disposition of forces
|the disposition of seating
Synonyymit
arrangement (More general and common; less formal and can refer to non-spatial ordering as well.)
Antonyymit
disorder (Suggests a lack of ordered arrangement where a planned disposition is expected.)
Teemat
design
|military
|planning
|space
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
The planned way things or people are placed or arranged in a space.
The way in which something or a group of things or people is arranged or positioned.
SUBSTANTIIVI
C1
TECHNICAL
4
ügy lezárása
C1
Käyttömalli:
the disposition of [a case/charge/appeal]
The court will schedule a hearing to determine the final disposition of the case.
A bíróság tárgyalást tűz ki annak eldöntésére, hogyan záruljon le végleg az ügy.
The report listed the disposition of all charges filed that year.
A jelentés felsorolta az abban az évben benyújtott összes vádpont végső elbírálását.
Because there was insufficient evidence, the disposition of the complaint was dismissal.
The prosecutor announced the disposition of the matter at a press conference.
Each arrest record must show the ultimate disposition of the charge.
Oppijaesimerkit
The lawyer told her the disposition of the case was not final yet.
Az ügyvéd azt mondta neki, hogy az ügy lezárása még nem végleges.
The judge wrote the disposition of the charge in the court file.
A bíró beírta a vádpont végső elbírálását a bírósági iratba.
Police records must show the disposition of every arrest.
After many months, the disposition of the case was an agreement.
The newspaper reported the disposition of the trial on the front page.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the everyday sense of "mood" or with "decision." In legal writing, "disposition" refers specifically to how a case or charge is finally handled or closed, not just any opinion or choice.
Merkitys
final outcome of a legal matter
Kollokaatiot
the disposition of the case
|case disposition
|disposition of charges
|summary disposition
|final disposition
|disposition hearing
Synonyymit
settlement (Often refers specifically to an agreement between parties; "disposition" is broader and covers any final outcome.)
Antonyymit
continuation (If a case is continued or remains open, it has not yet reached disposition.)
Teemat
law
|government
|business
Määritelmä
The official final result of a legal case or charge, for example when it is closed, dismissed, or the person is found guilty.
The final handling or resolution of a legal case, charge, or motion, such as dismissal, conviction, acquittal, or settlement.
SUBSTANTIIVI
C1
TECHNICAL
5
Käyttömalli:
the disposition of [assets/property/funds]
The will outlines the disposition of her property after her death.
A végrendelet meghatározza, mi történjen a vagyonával a halála után.
The company must report the disposition of its assets to shareholders.
A vállalatnak be kell számolnia a részvényeseknek az eszközeivel kapcsolatos rendelkezéseiről.
Regulations govern the disposition of surplus government equipment.
The lawyer advised them on the tax consequences of asset disposition.
The trust document specifies the disposition of funds if the beneficiary dies first.
Oppijaesimerkit
The contract explains the disposition of the house after divorce.
A szerződés meghatározza, mi lesz a ház sorsa a válás után.
The bank asked about the disposition of the loan money.
A bank megkérdezte, hogyan használták fel a hitelpénzt.
New rules control the disposition of old company computers.
He spoke to a lawyer about the disposition of his estate.
The report shows the disposition of all company cars last year.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners often mix up "disposition" and "disposal." "Disposal" is more common for everyday waste (e.g., garbage disposal), while in legal and financial texts "disposition" is standard for how property or assets are sold, given, or otherwise dealt with.
Merkitys
transfer or disposal of property
Kollokaatiot
the disposition of assets
|the disposition of property
|asset disposition
|disposition of funds
|disposition of the estate
|disposition of surplus equipment
Synonyymit
transfer (Focuses on moving something from one owner to another; "disposition" also includes selling or getting rid of something entirely.)
Antonyymit
acquisition (Refers to obtaining property or assets, the opposite of disposing of or transferring them away.)
Teemat
business
|law
|finance
Määritelmä
The act of selling, giving, or moving property or money to someone else, especially in law or business.
The act of selling, giving, or otherwise transferring or getting rid of property, assets, or money, especially in legal or financial contexts.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
disposition
IPA
GB/dˌɪspəzˈɪʃən/
US/dˌɪspəzˈɪʃən/
Tavut ja painotus
dis - pos - i - tion (4 tavua)
Stress on 3rd syllable (i)
Taivutusmuodot
Noun
- Base: disposition
- Plural: disposition, dispositions
Sanaperhe
Forms
dispositions
noun
Related words
disposable
adjective B1
Advanced or less common
dispositional
adjective
predispose
verb
predisposition
noun
Ilmaukset
of a nervous disposition
1/əv ə nˈɚvəs dˌɪspəzˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase
having a naturally anxious character
Used to describe someone who is usually worried, easily scared, or easily upset.
Esimerkit
- This movie is not suitable for people of a nervous disposition.
- The warning at the start of the show advised viewers of a nervous disposition to look away.
- He is of a nervous disposition and hates loud noises.