inherent

Inherent is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Adjective

Positive inherent

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. A part of something that is natural and cannot be separated from it.

1. There may be problems inherent in hiring part-time staff.
2. Everybody understands the inherent value of education.

Synonym

• intrinsic

Related words

• inherently