Disposition

noun

/ˌdɪs.pəˈzɪ.ʃən/

Word Frequency: 9.2

Definitions

1.nounThe arrangement or placement of certain things.

"The scouts reported on the disposition of the enemy troops."

2.nounTendency or inclination under given circumstances.

"I have little disposition now to do as you say."

3.nounTemperamental makeup or habitual mood.

"He has such a foul disposition."

4.nounControl over something.

"You will have full disposition of these funds."

5.nounTransfer or relinquishment to the care or possession of another.

"The court ordered the disposition of all assets."

6.nounFinal decision or settlement.

"The disposition of the case will be announced tomorrow."

7.nounThe destination of a patient after medical treatment such as surgery.

"The patient was given a disposition for outpatient care."

8.nounThe set of choirs of strings on a harpsichord.

"This small harpsichord has a 1 x 4' disposition."

9.verbTo remove or place in a different position.