innately
Americanadverb
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in a way that is inborn or existent from birth.
I don't think innately social people, especially those who gravitate toward leadership positions, can truly understand the way less socially adept people think, act, and react.
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in a way that is inherent or embedded in the nature of something.
Dry areas are innately lower in soil organic matter because they produce less vegetation than wetter areas.
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Humans are innately wired to value effort, said Greg Hahn, the co-founder and chief creative officer of advertising agency Mischief.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
At the same time, data compiled by researchers also suggest sharks are innately able to determine what is food, and humans simply don’t fit the bill.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2026
I feel like I know a lot of people who might just casually buy into conspiracies, almost innately.
From Slate ● May 7, 2026
James Brash, a registered nutritionist and content creator, tells the BBC that fitness and diet advice are not innately bad – and he isn't discouraging people from trying to be healthier.
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026
They were natural storytellers and beautiful singers; innately charming people who treated us like long-lost cousins.
From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs
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