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intrinsic

adjectiveHigh-frequency wordMore I words

belonging naturally; essential and inherent

Word origin: From Latin intrinsecus, inwardly.

In a sentence

Intrinsic in a sentence

Here are example sentences showing intrinsic in a sentence.

The painting has intrinsic value quite apart from its market price.

The committee debated whether the artwork's value was intrinsic or merely a product of its market reputation.

Synonyms
inherentinnateessentialfundamental
Antonyms
extrinsicexternal
Usage & nuance

Using “intrinsic” well

Intrinsic describes a quality that belongs to something by its very nature, as opposed to one imposed from outside, which is extrinsic.

Common questions

Questions about “intrinsic

Intrinsic (adjective) means belonging naturally; essential and inherent
Here is intrinsic used in an example sentence: "The painting has intrinsic value quite apart from its market price." Another example: "The committee debated whether the artwork's value was intrinsic or merely a product of its market reputation."
Common synonyms for intrinsic include inherent, innate, essential, fundamental.
Antonyms of intrinsic include extrinsic, external.
Intrinsic clusters with inherent, innate, essential, and fundamental. Its antonyms extrinsic and external mark the contrast; extrinsic is the standard paired opposite.
Yes. Intrinsic is a high-frequency GRE word, so it is worth prioritising as you build your vocabulary.

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