INHERENTLY

inherently

(adverb) in an inherent manner; “the subject matter is sexual activity of any overt kind, which is depicted as inherently desirable and exciting”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

inherently (comparative more inherently, superlative most inherently)

In an inherent way; naturally, innately.

Synonym: Thesaurus:intrinsically

Source: Wiktionary


In*her"ent*ly, adv.

Definition: By inherence; inseparably. Matter hath inherently and essentially such an internal energy. Bentley.

INHERENT

In*her"ent, a. Etym: [L. inhaerens, -entis, p. pr. of inhaerere: cf. F. inhérent. See Inhere.]

Definition: Permanently existing in something; inseparably attached or connected; naturally pertaining to; innate; inalienable; as, polarity is an inherent quality of the magnet; the inherent right of men to life, liberty, and protection. "A most inherent baseness." Shak. The sore disease which seems inherent in civilization. Southey.

Syn.

– Innate; inborn; native; natural; inbred; inwrought; inseparable; essential; indispensable.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

20 June 2024

INSIGNIFICANTLY

(adverb) not to a significant degree or amount; “our budget will only be insignificantly affected by these new cuts”


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