as in inherently
by natural character or ability
he's worked hard to be good at baseball, as he's not intrinsically athletic
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When people feel in control of their decisions, capable of mastering challenges, and connected to others, they are more intrinsically motivated.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
His sense of American exceptionalism separates the United States from an intrinsically un-American outside world.
—Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Children who are curious and intrinsically motivated are more likely to grow up to be happy and successful adults, research shows.
—Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 30 Jan. 2025
This particular show, however, highlighted the star power that comes intrinsically with the brand.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 25 Feb. 2025
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
His sense of American exceptionalism separates the United States from an intrinsically un-American outside world.
—Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Children who are curious and intrinsically motivated are more likely to grow up to be happy and successful adults, research shows.
—Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 30 Jan. 2025
This particular show, however, highlighted the star power that comes intrinsically with the brand.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 25 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for intrinsically
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“Intrinsically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrinsically. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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