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intrinsically

 

[ ɪnˈtrɪnsɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

intrinsic nature of something

In a way that is inherent, natural, or essential to someone or something.

Synonyms

essentially, innately, naturally

Examples of usage

  • He was intrinsically motivated to succeed in his career.
  • She believed that kindness was intrinsically linked to happiness.
  • The beauty of the painting lay intrinsically in its simplicity.
Context #2 | Adverb

intrinsic value of something

In a way that relates to the essential nature or value of something.

Synonyms

basically, essentially, fundamentally

Examples of usage

  • He valued the friendship intrinsically, regardless of any material benefits.
  • She believed that education had an intrinsically positive impact on society.

Translations

Translations of the word "intrinsically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intrinsecamente

🇮🇳 स्वाभाविक रूप से

🇩🇪 intrinsisch

🇮🇩 secara intrinsik

🇺🇦 внутрішньо

🇵🇱 wewnętrznie

🇯🇵 本質的に

🇫🇷 intrinsèquement

🇪🇸 intrínsecamente

🇹🇷 doğal olarak

🇰🇷 본질적으로

🇸🇦 بطبيعته

🇨🇿 vnitřně

🇸🇰 vnútorne

🇨🇳 本质上

🇸🇮 notranje

🇮🇸 innra með sér

🇰🇿 ішкі түрде

🇬🇪 შინაგანად

🇦🇿 daxilən

🇲🇽 intrínsecamente

Etymology

The word 'intrinsically' comes from the Late Latin word 'intrinsecus', meaning 'inwardly'. It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. The prefix 'in-' signifies 'within', while 'trinsecus' refers to being situated on the inside. Over time, the term has come to represent something that is essential, inherent, or natural to a person or thing.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,297, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.