Innately: meaning, definitions and examples

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innately

[ ˈɪneɪtli ]

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innately talented

In a manner that is inherent or natural; existing from birth.

Synonyms

inherently, instinctively, naturally

Examples of usage

She was innately talented at playing the piano.
Some people are innately more creative than others.
Innately, humans are social beings who crave connection with others.

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innately good

Possessing a quality or characteristic from birth; inherent or inborn.

Synonyms

inborn, inherent, natural

Examples of usage

Babies are innately curious about the world around them.
She has an innately good heart and always helps those in need.

Translations

Translations of the word "innately" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inatamente

🇮🇳 जन्मजात रूप से

🇩🇪 angeboren

🇮🇩 secara naluriah

🇺🇦 вроджено

🇵🇱 wrodzenie

🇯🇵 生まれつき

🇫🇷 inné

🇪🇸 innatamente

🇹🇷 doğuştan

🇰🇷 타고난

🇸🇦 فطريًا

🇨🇿 vrozeně

🇸🇰 vrodene

🇨🇳 天生地

🇸🇮 prirojeno

🇮🇸 meðfæddur

🇰🇿 туа біткен

🇬🇪 თანდაყოლილი

🇦🇿 anadan gəlmə

🇲🇽 innatamente

Word origin

The word 'innately' is derived from the adjective 'innate,' which comes from the Latin word 'innatus,' meaning 'inborn.' The concept of innate characteristics or abilities has been a topic of philosophical and scientific inquiry for centuries, with thinkers such as Plato and Aristotle discussing the idea of innate knowledge. The understanding of innateness has evolved over time, with modern psychology and biology exploring the role of genetics and environment in shaping innate traits.