as in inherent
being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing
the question of whether people have an intrinsic sense of right and wrong
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Recent Examples of intrinsic
That journey is rooted in aligning their personal growth with organizational goals—and it must be shaped by intrinsic motivation, not fear, force or obligation.
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Dr. Monika Sumra, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
Wex Payments company Wex is trading far below its intrinsic value and has the potential to more than double in the next three to five years, according to Impactive Capital co-founder and managing partner Lauren Taylor Wolfe.
—Pia Singh,yun Li, CNBC, 14 May 2025
Many of these items survived for many years, a testament to maternal sensitivities more than any intrinsic artistry.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2025
There is an intrinsic and undervalued connection between physical and financial health, and Medicaid is the largest federal program that recognizes that connection.
—Dr. Michelle Morse, New York Daily News, 2 May 2025
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Dr. Monika Sumra, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
Wex Payments company Wex is trading far below its intrinsic value and has the potential to more than double in the next three to five years, according to Impactive Capital co-founder and managing partner Lauren Taylor Wolfe.
—Pia Singh,yun Li, CNBC, 14 May 2025
Many of these items survived for many years, a testament to maternal sensitivities more than any intrinsic artistry.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2025
There is an intrinsic and undervalued connection between physical and financial health, and Medicaid is the largest federal program that recognizes that connection.
—Dr. Michelle Morse, New York Daily News, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intrinsic
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Loro Piana’s connection to the equestrian world was inherent from the very beginning, with brothers Pier Luigi and Sergio Loro Piana, the former co-owners of the Maison, both passoniate riders.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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On the contrary, the power of the purse is reserved to Congress, and the President has no inherent authority to override Congress's will on domestic spending decisions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Over the past two seasons, Williams’ proficiency in the midrange has become an integral part of the Thunder’s half-court setup, finishing the regular season in the 93rd and 96th percentile in midrange attempts, according to Cleaning the Glass.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Don’t Bury The Help Button Many brands treat customer service as an afterthought rather than an integral part of the buying journey.—
Gabriel Shaoolian,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Along with a deep dive into these top stories, the newsletter highlights key developments in the U.K. and essential events that are set to make waves.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
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These challenges often force small manufacturers to seek alternative, and sometimes more expensive, sources for essential materials.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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“Intrinsic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrinsic. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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