C1adjectivephilosophy
US/ɪnˈhɪr.ənt/
UK/ɪnˈher.ənt/
existing as a basic, natural part of something, so that it cannot be removed
In context
There are risks inherent in starting any new business, however well planned.
Philosophers ask whether humans have an inherent sense of right and wrong.
Translation always involves some inherent loss of meaning, however skilled the translator.
Words that go with inherent
adjective + preposition
- inherent inSome conflict is inherent in any close friendship.
adjective + noun
- inherent riskEvery investment carries some inherent risk.
- inherent valueDoes art have inherent value, or only the value we give it?
- inherent weaknessThe plan has one inherent weakness: it depends on cheap labor.
- inherent rightMany believe every person has an inherent right to dignity.
- inherent contradictionThere is an inherent contradiction in the idea of green fast fashion.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
These problems are inherent with the system.Correct: These problems are inherent in the system.