innate (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪˈneɪt/

Definition

Existing in one from birth; inborn; natural.

Examples

• She has an innate talent for music.

• His response was not learned; it was innate.

• The baby showed an innate fear of loud noises.

How to Use innate

innate in (prepositional phrase)

Existing within someone or something from birth. — "This sense of justice is innate in most humans."

Synonyms of innate

Words with a similar meaning to innate:

• natural
• inherent
• inborn
• congenital

Antonyms of innate

Words with the opposite meaning to innate:

• learned
• acquired
• artificial

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