disposed

American

[dih-spohzd] / dɪˈspoʊzd /

adjective

having a certain inclination or disposition; inclined (usually followed by to or an infinitive).

a man disposed to like others.

disposed British

/ dɪˈspəʊzd /

adjective

1. having an inclination as specified (towards something)
2. ( in combination )
  
  well-disposed

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Etymology

Origin of disposed

1300–50; Middle English. See dispose, -ed ²

Example Sentences

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They found the case so straightforward that they disposed of it summarily, without full briefing or oral argument.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

He bent down, picked up a straw wrapper and disposed of it in the nearest trash can, then kept walking.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Mason said he closed or sold over 60 separate units inside Citi and disposed of around $830 billion of assets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

The Welsh Local Government Association said up to half of the waste disposed of in black bags could be recycled.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

The queen was not disposed to wait on Varys.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

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