Inherent
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ɪnˈhɪəɹənt/, /ɪnˈhɛɹənt/
Alternative forms
- inhærent archaic
Origin
From Latin inhaerentem, accusative singular of inhaerēns, present active participle of inhaereŠ("I am closely connected with; adhere to").
Full definition of inherent
Adjective
inherent
- Naturally as part or consequence of something.
- Lyn Beth NeylonYou are a human being. You have rights inherent in that reality. You have dignity and worth that exists prior to law.
- 2014-06-14, It's a gas, One of the hidden glories of Victorian engineering is proper drains....But out of sight is out of mind. And that, together with the inherent yuckiness of the subject, means that many old sewers have been neglected and are in dire need of repair.
Usage notes
Not to be confused with inherit.