inherent

adjective

in-ˈher-ənt How to pronounce inherent (audio)
Definition of inherentnext
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 experience is…less fun, although bad film aficionados know that some level of tedium is inherent to almost all of the most canonical worst movies ever. — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2026 Through its complex depiction of a bloodthirsty mob, M explores the disturbingly violent tendencies inherent in human nature. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Aug. 2026 In addition to the sweat-masking technology, Coolmax CloakFX™ fiber comes with the performance properties inherent to Coolmax® fibers, including moisture wicking and breathability. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026 Washington’s misadventure was not an aberration so much as the ultimate expression of the inherent vice of its Middle East strategy. — Marc Lynch, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inherent
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  1. intrinsic
  2. integral
  3. essential
Adjective
  • The Financial Times has argued that the astronomical prices of top modernist paintings are less about intrinsic artistic value than wealth, scarcity, and the concentration of buying power among billionaires.
    — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Repurchases can create significant value when a company's shares trade below management's estimate of intrinsic value, because each remaining shareholder owns a larger percentage of the company afterward.
    — Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of intrinsic
Adjective
  • Her weight and notable appetite are integral to the musical number.
    — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The arrival of the transistor began the era of electronics that has become an integral part of our daily lives.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of integral
Adjective
  • Those plans must cover essential health benefits, such as prescription drugs and mental health coverage.
    — Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Using the 50/30/20 budgeting rule, SmartAsset assumed these essential costs make up 50% of your budget.
    — Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of essential

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“Inherent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inherent. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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