Intrinsic: meaning, definitions and examples

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intrinsic

[ ɪnˈtrɪn.zɪk ]

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characteristic quality

Belonging naturally; essential.

Synonyms

built-in, inherent, innate, natural

Examples of usage

Her intrinsic beauty shone through.
The intrinsic value of education cannot be understated.
He had an intrinsic talent for music.

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physics

Belonging to the real nature of a thing; not dependent on external circumstances.

Synonyms

essential, inbuilt, inherent, inner

Examples of usage

The intrinsic properties of a material determine its behavior.

Translations

Translations of the word "intrinsic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intrínseco

🇮🇳 आंतरिक

🇩🇪 intrinsisch

🇮🇩 intrinsik

🇺🇦 внутрішній

🇵🇱 wewnętrzny

🇯🇵 内在的な

🇫🇷 intrinsèque

🇪🇸 intrínseco

🇹🇷 içsel

🇰🇷 내재적인

🇸🇦 جوهري

🇨🇿 vnitřní

🇸🇰 vnútorný

🇨🇳 固有的

🇸🇮 notranji

🇮🇸 innri

🇰🇿 ішкі

🇬🇪 შიდა

🇦🇿 daxili

🇲🇽 intrínseco

Word origin

The word 'intrinsic' originated from the Latin word 'intrinsecus', meaning 'inward' or 'on the inside'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe qualities or characteristics that are inherent to something, rather than coming from external sources. The concept of intrinsic value has been widely discussed in philosophy, economics, and other fields, highlighting the importance of qualities that are essential and inherent.