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inherently

American  
[in-her-uhnt-lee, -heer-] / ɪnˈhɛr ənt li, -ˈhɪər- /

adverb

  1. as a natural, necessary, or inseparable element or quality.

    Technology is not inherently evil.


Other Word Forms

  • noninherently adverb
  • uninherently adverb

Etymology

Origin of inherently

inherent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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But as Barron’s has pointed out in the past, the fund trades at a substantial premium to its net asset value, making it inherently risky and expensive.

From Barron's

But as Barron’s has pointed out in the past, the fund trades at a substantial premium to its net asset value, making it inherently risky and expensive.

From Barron's

"Evening types aren't inherently less healthy, but they face challenges that make it particularly important for them to maintain a healthy lifestyle."

From Science Daily

Individual stocks are inherently more volatile than diversified equity portfolios, and most long-term market returns are driven by a relatively small number of winners.

From MarketWatch

While polygamous working is not inherently illegal, it could potentially break contracts, and could lead to dismissal for gross misconduct or in some cases, a fraud prosecution.

From BBC