(n) a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect, Syn. inclination, Example:the alkaline inclination of the local waters; fabric with a tendency to shrink
n.; pl.Tendencies [ L. tendents, -entis, p. pr. of tendere: cf. F. tendance. See Tend to move. ] Direction or course toward any place, object, effect, or result; drift; causal or efficient influence to bring about an effect or result. [ 1913 Webster ]
Writings of this kind, if conducted with candor, have a more particular tendency to the good of their country. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ]
In every experimental science, there is a tendency toward perfection. Macaulay. [ 1913 Webster ]