C1adverbformalsocietyscience
US/ɪnˈher.ənt.li/
UK/ɪnˈhɪə.rənt.li/
as a basic, natural part of something that cannot be separated from it
In context
No language is inherently more difficult than another for a young child.
Riding a motorbike in heavy traffic is inherently dangerous, so always wear a helmet.
There is nothing inherently wrong with using social media, as long as you don't overdo it.
Words that go with inherently
adverb + adjective
- inherently dangerousSome jobs, like mining, are inherently dangerous.
- inherently wrongThere's nothing inherently wrong with eating fast food now and then.
- inherently riskyInvesting in new companies is inherently risky.
- inherently unstableThe old bridge is inherently unstable and must be rebuilt.
- inherently goodDo you believe people are inherently good?
- inherently difficultPredicting the weather a month ahead is inherently difficult.