Meaning & Definition of Inherent in English
English⟶
Inherent
/ɪnhɪrənt/
adjective
1. Existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
- "The ptolemaic system with its built-in concept of periodicity"
- "A constitutional inability to tell the truth"
synonym:
- built-in,
- constitutional,
- inbuilt,
- inherent,
- integral
2. In the nature of something though not readily apparent
- "Shortcomings inherent in our approach"
- "An underlying meaning"
synonym:
- implicit in(p),
- inherent,
- underlying
Examples of using
The instinct of self-defense is inherent in any animal.
Only a Sith would appreciate the lack of compromise inherent in a prime number.