INHERENT Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

inherent

adjective

in-ˈher-ənt

Definition of inherent

as in intrinsic

being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing an inherent concept of justice

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Recent Examples of inherent The set pieces lean into the gore inherent to the premise with aplomb. — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026 Interestingly, the biological side – our bodies – run 24/7 on inherent chemical, mechanical, and electrical energy. — New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026 What that young girl saw damaged and scarred her heart; one wonders why the happy adults around her could not see the ugliness inherent in killing a fellow human being. — Dr. Michael Good, Hartford Courant, 22 Oct. 2026 Despite the Cougars’ shaky start, with all that Pac-12 prestige, exposure and, importantly, financial income under both teams’ belts, does either have an inherent advantage over the conference’s newcomers? — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inherent

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As co-founder Jennifer Mantz noted, total surprise gifts carry intrinsic risks, often leaving recipients feeling guilty or uncomfortable when an item misses the mark completely.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Because the short strikes (11/17) are narrower than the long strikes (10/18), a massive directional move will cause the short options' intrinsic value to expand faster than the long options can offset it in the short term.

— Michael Khouw, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of intrinsic

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For the technology leader responsible for keeping essential services running, these details provide a basis for assessing what protections exist and what happens in an extreme scenario.

— Margot Edelman, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
Beginning in October 2023, the convention center also reportedly implemented additional new bird-safe measures, including closing drapes and blinds overnight and turning off non-essential exterior lights.

— Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

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