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  1. Is there a subtle difference between "inherent" and "intrinsic"?

    Inherent implies that something is a permanent, inseparable part of something, but there is still some degree of choice or agency involved. For example, someone may have an "inherent …

  2. differences - Inherent "in" or inherent "to"? - English Language ...

    Sep 8, 2016 · 2 I prefer "inherent to" on the grounds that both the form and the meaning of the adjective "inherent" include the notion of interiority, so the preposition "in" feels redundant. I …

  3. prepositions - "Inherent in" vs "inherent to." - English Language ...

    In your sentence, to works well because "couples" are entities, as a lock is an entity. The silence is "theirs" to share. It is not an intrinsic characteristic of them. We use inherent in when …

  4. Inherent vs Intrinsic - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Sep 7, 2016 · inherent: existing in something as a permanent and inseparable element. intrinsic: belonging to the thing by its very nature. Are these the same? Are they interchangeable? I was …

  5. terminology - Inherency as used in policy debate - English …

    Oct 28, 2014 · Inherent simply means that it is a given that this or that condition exists in this or that situation naturally. Inherent is a concept, like gravity, relativity or the like, and can be use …

  6. Inherently verses Innately [closed] - English Language & Usage …

    Oct 4, 2014 · What is the difference between inherent and innate? I did a quick google but I would like a more concrete comparison and examples. This initially came up from trying to decide on …

  7. word usage - Where should "inherent" be in these sentences?

    Jul 22, 2019 · inherent is an adjective, and it describes risks at there so as a second alternative "There are inherent risks in almost every sport." that should be more natural usage as I …

  8. What does nothing inherent mean in this context? [closed]

    Dec 8, 2023 · An inherent feature or attribute is integral to the thing. For example, if a medicine can lower cholesterol by virtue of its chemical composition, "ability to lower cholesterol" is one …

  9. Use of "may" or "might" and their inherent semantic difference

    Jan 19, 2019 · Use of "may" or "might" and their inherent semantic difference Ask Question Asked 6 years, 9 months ago Modified 6 years, 9 months ago

  10. Looking for a word that describes an inherent problem in a product

    Jun 25, 2015 · The other answers give 'inherent' and 'intrinsic'. This would usually be used to refer to problems that are an accepted part of the design of the product. The 640KB limit was an …