inherent
/ɪnˈhɛɹənt/ · in·her·ent
adjective
- Naturally as part or consequence of something. The inherent properties of the material made it difficult to work with.
- Existing or present in something as a natural part of it. The inherent beauty of the landscape was breathtaking.
verb
- To have or possess something as a natural part of oneself. She inherently understood the concept and was able to explain it clearly.
Did you know? The word 'inherent' is often used in philosophical and scientific contexts to describe properties or characteristics that are naturally part of something, rather than being added or imposed from outside.