inherence (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈhɪərəns/

Definition

The state or fact of being inherent; an intrinsic quality or characteristic.

Examples

• The inherence of justice in the legal system is a fundamental principle.

• We discussed the inherence of beauty in nature.

• The problem lies in the inherence of flaws within the design.

How to Use inherence

inherence in (prepositional phrase)

The quality of being a fundamental part of something. — "The inherence in the concept of democracy is its focus on the people."

inherence of (prepositional phrase)

The quality that belongs to something. — "The inherence of the problem was its complexity."

Synonyms of inherence

Words with a similar meaning to inherence:

• essence
• nature
• property
• quality

Antonyms of inherence

Words with the opposite meaning to inherence:

• externality
• contingency

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