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intrinsic
01
belonging to something or someone's character and nature
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
ungradable
Examples
The intrinsic sweetness of the ripe fruit made it delicious without any added sugar.
02
located entirely within, and acting only upon, the specific organ or body part to which it belongs
Examples
The hand contains intrinsic muscles that control fine finger movements.
