intrinsic factor
noun
: a substance produced by normal gastrointestinal mucosa that facilitates absorption of vitamin B12
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Engagement often misses the intrinsic factors crucial for long-term motivation and satisfaction.
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Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
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Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
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“Intrinsic factor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intrinsic%20factor. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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