Definitions for inherent

Definitions for (adj) inherent

Main entry: inherent, implicit in, underlying

Definition: in the nature of something though not readily apparent

Usage: shortcomings inherent in our approach; an underlying meaning


Main entry: inherent, integral, inbuilt, built-in, constitutional

Definition: existing as an essential constituent or characteristic

Usage: the Ptolemaic system with its built-in concept of periodicity; a constitutional inability to tell the truth


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