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by, of, for, or in itself; intrinsically: This candidate is not a pacifist per se, but he is in favor of peaceful solutions when practicable. Synonyms: innately, inherently, indigenously, fundamentally.
Origin:
1565–75; < Latin per sē by itself, translation of Greek kath’ autó
1565–75; < Latin per sē by itself, translation of Greek kath’ autó
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is always a great word to know.
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Example Sentences
- As I argue incessantly, inequality per se is morally neutral.
- I'm not as interested in the mechanisms per se.
- But the improvement is due to better treatments for infection as opposed for treatments for sickle cell per se.
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per se
1572, from L. per se "by itself," translating Gk. kath auto (Aristotle).
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