intrinsic

adjective
UK: /ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/
US: /ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/

  1. Being part of the basic nature or character of someone or something.

    1. Water's intrinsic value keeps all life going.
    2. The intrinsic worth of the artwork was obvious to any art historian.

  2. Belonging naturally; essential.

    1. Kindness is intrinsic to her personality.
    2. Hard work has intrinsic rewards that money cannot buy for everyone.

Synonyms

inherent essential innate natural

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "intrinsic" in English means: Being part of the basic nature or character of someone or something., Belonging naturally; essential..

The phonetic transcription of "intrinsic" is /ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/ in British English and /ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "intrinsic": inherent, essential, innate, natural.

Example usage of "intrinsic": "Water's intrinsic value keeps all life going.". More examples on the page.