Disposition

A person's inherent qualities or a legal document disposing of property.

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Disposition refers to a person's inherent qualities of mind and character, including their tendencies toward particular behaviors or attitudes. It can also describe a formal legal document that disposes of property.

Pronunciation

/dɪspəˈzɪʃən/

Etymology

From Old French disposicioun, from Latin dispositio, from disponere ‘to dispose of’.

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Disposition can mean a person's personality or how they tend to act, like being cheerful or grumpy, or it can be a legal document that says what happens to someone's property after they die.

Fun Facts

The word 'disposition' comes from the Latin word 'dispositio,' meaning arrangement or settlement
In law, a disposition is a crucial document for estate planning
The term can also describe someone's general attitude or mood

FAQ

What does disposition mean? It can refer to a person's personality or a legal document
What is a will? A will is an example of a disposition, outlining how assets are distributed after death
Can dispositions be changed? Yes, legal dispositions like wills can often be amended or revoked

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

nature inclination tendency

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

personality legal document

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

optimism pessimism melancholy

Indexes

legal term psychological concept

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