Meaning of the word "predispose towards" in English

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predispose towards

US /ˌpriːdɪˈspoʊz təˈwɔːrdz/
UK /ˌpriːdɪˈspoʊz təˈwɔːrdz/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

make someone liable or inclined to a specified attitude, action, or condition

Example:
His genetics predispose him towards certain health conditions.
A positive attitude can predispose you towards success.
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