INTRINSIC Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

intrinsic

adjective

in-ˈtrin-zik

Definition of intrinsic

as in inherent

being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing the question of whether people have an intrinsic sense of right and wrong

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Recent Examples of intrinsic Andrew Warden, vice president of marketing at Adobe, noted that brands need to adapt to the fact that AI is now an intrinsic part of the default search experience. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 Indeed, as in modern meritocracy, a major purpose of emphasizing human beings’ intrinsic equality was to make excuses for their unequal fates. — Teresa M. Bejan, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026 The visual language of the album grounds the spiritual core of the record in Cuba—not Cuba, as envisioned by the foreign gaze or in diaspora, but Cuba, the island and its water, where movement is intrinsic to its border. — Stefanie Fernández, Pitchfork, 3 July 2026 This environment contributes directly to rising academic dishonesty and weakens the intrinsic value traditionally associated with intellectual development. — Jason Benedict, Fortune, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for intrinsic

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Separating identity from one's profession allows for continuous learning and thriving in an evolving workplace, ensuring value comes from inherent capabilities, not just a role.

— Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
The physical configuration achieves passive safety operational profiles by relying on subcritical physics variables and inherent material limitations.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026

Definition of inherent

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Georgia’s most influential dishes could be debated vigorously, but there’s no question that food has been an integral part of the South’s culture.

— Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 4 July 2026
This shift reflects a growing belief that self-investment, confidence, and joy are integral to a new, healthier definition of strength, challenging the expectation to always carry the world's burdens.

— Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

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