Inherence

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ɪnˈhɪəɹəns/

Origin

Compare French inhérence.

Full definition of inherence

Noun

1. The state of being inherent or permanently present in something; indwelling.
• 1985, Lawrence Durrell, Quinx, Faber & Faber 2004 (Avignon Quintet), p. 1260:Yes, to savour to the full the sheer inherence of things, so pure and gentle is it; if you get still enough you can hear the grass growing.

Usage notes

Not to be confused with inherency.

Related terms

• inherency
• inherent