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intrinsic
[in-trin-sik, -zik]
adjective
belonging to a thing by its very nature.
the intrinsic value of a gold ring.
Synonyms: , , ,Antonyms: ,Anatomy.(of certain muscles, nerves, etc.) belonging to or lying within a given part.
intrinsic
/ ɪˈٰɪԲɪ /
adjective
of or relating to the essential nature of a thing; inherent
anatomy situated within or peculiar to a part
intrinsic muscles
Other Word Forms
- intrinsically adverb
- ˈٰԲ adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of intrinsic1
Word History and Origins
Origin of intrinsic1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
She’s made it so intrinsic to her plot, for so many believable reasons, that it’s also the icing and the cherry on the wedding cake.
Mabasa and Karberg said one view was that the concept of EWC was a "legal absurdity" because "intrinsic in the legal definition of expropriation, is a requirement for compensation to be paid".
Helped by its relative rarity, gold has been seen as an intrinsic store of value for centuries.
"It's such an intrinsic part of our life and living, and yet we don't talk about it," she told BBC Scotland.
Although they bring the noise and passion that makes Argentine football so special, their intrinsic links to organised crime, violence and homicide can make stadiums dangerous places.
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