inherent

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inherent

(adjective)

Meaning

existing as a permanent attribute

Example

"The inherent challenge of the puzzle intrigued everyone in the class."

Synonyms

intrinsicessential

Antonyms

externaladventitious

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'inhaerens', meaning sticking to or adhering.
Related word forms
  • noun: inherence

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