intrinsic — belonging naturally; essential; inherent to the basic nature of something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: belonging naturally; essential; inherent to the basic nature of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/
Example Sentences
- My cat's intrinsic laziness makes it the perfect study buddy.
- The intrinsic beauty of nature inspires many artists.
- His intrinsic talent for making awkward jokes is truly remarkable.
intrinsic
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/]
belonging naturally; essential; inherent to the basic nature of something
The magnet’s intrinsic force pulls the metal without anyone pushing it.
꽃은 꾸미지 않아도 본래의 아름다움만으로 충분했다.
Kindness is intrinsic — not a trick since.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'intrinsecus' meaning 'inward' or 'from within', which combines the prefix 'intra-' (within) and an element related to 'secus' (beside or according to).
Breakdown
intra- (within) + -insic (from Latin intrinsecus, inward) = intrinsic (belonging naturally to the essential nature of something)
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📝Examples
“My cat's intrinsic laziness makes it the perfect study buddy.”
“The intrinsic beauty of nature inspires many artists.”
“His intrinsic talent for making awkward jokes is truly remarkable.”
“Education has intrinsic value beyond just getting a job.”
“My cat's intrinsic laziness means she sleeps 20 hours a day regardless of how many laser pointers I buy.”
“Students perform better when driven by intrinsic motivation rather than external rewards.”
“The intrinsic beauty of mathematics lies in its logical consistency and elegance.”
“Pizza has an intrinsic ability to make any gathering more enjoyable, which scientists have yet to fully explain.”
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