disposition
Translation
disposition, temperament, arrangement, disposal
Examples
She has a cheerful disposition.
She has a cheerful disposition.
The disposition of the furniture was pleasing.
The disposition of the furniture was pleasing.
The will specified the disposition of his assets.
The will specified the disposition of his assets.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an ...)) a person's character She has a cheerful disposition.
((of sth.)) the arrangement or settlement of (sth.) The disposition of the furniture was pleasing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: temperament, nature, character (for personality); arrangement, layout (for placement)
Etymology
From 'dispose' + '-tion' (noun suffix). It refers to the way things are 'disposed' or arranged, either physically or within one's character.
Memory Tips
Think of your 'position' on things, which reflects your 'disposition' or character.