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ənt, -ˈhɛr-
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| —adj | |
| existing as an inseparable part; intrinsic | |
| in'herently | |
| —adv | |
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Word Origin & History
inherent
1578, from L. inhærentem (nom. inhærens), prp. of inhærere "be closely connected with, adhere to," from in- "in" + hærere "to stick" (see hesitation).
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inherent in·her·ent (ĭn-hēr'ənt, -hěr'-)
adj.
Occurring as a natural part or consequence.
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Example sentences
The concept that expatriation is a natural and inherent right of the individual was not recognized under the common law.
Thus, whether or not something is or is not natural does not really tell us anything about its inherent value to society.
Anguish comes from compromises inherent in the car's design.
Yet there is no inherent reason why a drop in advertising must be followed by a rise.
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