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inherently

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪnˈhɪrəntli/ · UK /ɪnˈhɪərəntli/

inherently means: Because of the basic qualities of a person or thing, rather than outside causes.

adverb

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Because of the basic qualities of a person or thing, rather than outside causes.

  • The task is inherently difficult.
  • No material is inherently suitable for every purpose.
  • She believes people are inherently good.

Similar words: naturally, intrinsically

Common phrases: inherently dangerous, inherently unfair

Questions about inherently

What does inherently mean?

Because of the basic qualities of a person or thing, rather than outside causes.

What is inherently in other languages?

Türkçe: doğası gereği · Español: intrínsecamente · Français: intrinsèquement · Deutsch: von Natur aus · Italiano: intrinsecamente · 日本語: 本質的に

How do you pronounce inherently?

In American English /ɪnˈhɪrəntli/; in British English /ɪnˈhɪərəntli/.

How do you use inherently in a sentence?

The task is inherently difficult. No material is inherently suitable for every purpose.

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