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Meaning of Intrinsic
The primary meaning of the word "intrinsic" is related to something that is inherent or innate, existing as a natural part of something.
Definitions
- Originating from within, as opposed to coming from outside
- * Belonging to the essential nature of something
- * Having a quality or characteristic that is inherent or innate
Etymology of Intrinsic
The word "intrinsic" has its roots in Latin, where "intrinsicus" means "internal" or "inward"
It is derived from "intra," meaning "within" or "inside," and the suffix "-insicus," which forms adjectives indicating a relationship or condition
Historically, the term has been used in various fields, including philosophy, psychology, and science, to describe qualities or characteristics that are inherent or innate
Example Uses
- The company's intrinsic value is higher than its current market price
- * Her intrinsic motivation to learn drove her to pursue a career in science
- * The intrinsic beauty of nature is something that inspires many artists
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
extrinsic
external
outward
artificial
acquired
learned
extraneous
foreign
superficial
outward
exterior
surface
exteriorly
extrinsically
adventitious
extrinsic
imposed
external
outward
extrinsically