Synonyms: inherent, implicit in, underlying
Definition: in the nature of something though not readily apparent
Usage: shortcomings inherent in our approach; an underlying meaning
Similar words: implicit, inexplicit
Definition: implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something
Usage: an implicit agreement not to raise the subject; there was implicit criticism in his voice; anger was implicit in the argument; the oak is implicit in the acorn
Synonyms: 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
Similar words: intrinsic, intrinsical
Definition: belonging to a thing by its very nature
Usage: form was treated as something intrinsic, as the very essence of the thing- John Dewey