inherently

adverb

Definition of inherentlynext
as in fundamentally
by natural character or ability the judge's observation that women are not inherently better at parenting than men

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inherently
  1. fundamentally
  2. naturally
  3. intrinsically
  4. basically
  5. essentially
Adverb
  • Amazon is also under investigation by the federal government for high injury rates in its warehouses, although Amazon called the report fundamentally flawed.
    Katie Tarasov,Devan Burris, CNBC, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Hiring during a turnaround differs fundamentally from hiring in growth phases.
    Marek Niedzwiedz, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of fundamentally
Adverb
  • Toasting the barrels caramelizes some of the sugars that naturally occur in the wood, and as the bourbon ages, imparts more flavor and color than barrels that have simply been charred.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Review and set new goals The end of the year naturally invites reflection and goal-setting.
    Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of naturally
Adverb
  • And Threatens Panama Canal Takeover Wellbeing’s Performance Ripple Effect Wellbeing and performance are intrinsically linked.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Since its inception, the French luxury fashion house has been intrinsically linked to the world of cinema.
    Rachel Marlowe, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of intrinsically
Adverb
  • The dish is basically really tasty vegetables with tender and flavorful stewed chicken.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
  • For context, my significant other and I live together and are basically married, except for the piece of paper.
    Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of basically
Adverb
  • The team that made it, Studio Asobi, was for years dedicated to making small-scale projects that were essentially glorified tech demos for Sony's latest hardware.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey intercepted the off-target pass and returned it 37 yards for a touchdown, extending the Ravens’ lead to 31-17 and essentially putting the game out of reach with 13:06 to play.
    Mike DeFabo, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of essentially
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