as in chronic
being such from birth or by nature
a congenital liar who couldn't speak the truth if his life depended on it
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Recent Examples of congenital
Vasquez Sura gives birth to a son who is later diagnosed with microtia, a congenital malformation of the external ear.
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George Petras, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
In the case of Bronny James, he reportedly was diagnosed with congenital heart defect which was not specifically named and has had a procedure to address the issue.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The gene that causes a white coat and blue eyes can also be responsible for congenital deafness, though not all white cats will be deaf or have blue eyes.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
In puppies born with congenital hydrocephafulus, symptoms will show between week eight and 12.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
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George Petras, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
In the case of Bronny James, he reportedly was diagnosed with congenital heart defect which was not specifically named and has had a procedure to address the issue.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The gene that causes a white coat and blue eyes can also be responsible for congenital deafness, though not all white cats will be deaf or have blue eyes.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
In puppies born with congenital hydrocephafulus, symptoms will show between week eight and 12.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congenital
Adjective
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Family members can also develop psychosomatic consequences such as chronic pain, cardiovascular disease, and a general sense of disorientation.—
William Mullane,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Specifically, sourcing the majority of your protein intake from animal products can lead to a host of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.—
Stephanie Edwards,
Discover Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Shaw has said he was reborn after the shooting and years later would become a born-again Christian.—
Jordan Blum,
Houston Chronicle,
9 June 2019
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In his mid-40s, Mr. Phillips had quietly become a born-again Christian after attending a Billy Graham rally.—
James R. Hagerty,
WSJ,
18 Jan. 2019
Adjective
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Yet for many, this passing of the mantle feels like a natural evolution.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
27 Apr. 2025
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While square footage and recent renovations are obvious factors to consider, natural lighting, high ceilings, architectural style, proximity to green spaces, and even the feeling that a home might evoke upon entry can all impact its final sale price.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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People with celiac disease, a hereditary autoimmune disorder, have to eat a gluten-free diet.—
Katie Akin,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2025
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Huntington’s disease is a hereditary disorder that causes a progressive decline in thinking, memory, and the control of movements.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Congenital.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congenital. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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