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intrinsic

/ɪnˈtrɪnsɪk/

in · trin · sic /ɪn · ˈtrɪn · sɪk/

English Definition

adj. inherent; essential; built-in

中文释义

固有的，本质的

Significado en Español

intrínseco

한국어 뜻

본질적인, 고유의

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

vốn có, cố hữu

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧

intra- (inner) + sic (Latin “innate”) → inherent, essential

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is the best synonym for “intrinsic”: The scientist was fascinated by the _______ properties of the mineral, which were not affected by external forces.

A extraneous
B inherent
C temporary
D artificial

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B — inherent. “intrinsic” means adj. inherent; essential; built-in

Common questions about “intrinsic”

What does “intrinsic” mean?

intrinsic — adj. inherent; essential; built-in. In Chinese: 固有的，本质的.

How do you pronounce “intrinsic”?

intrinsic is pronounced /ɪnˈtrɪnsɪk/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · trin · sic.

Is “intrinsic” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. intrinsic appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “intrinsic”?

intra- (inner) + sic (Latin “innate”) → inherent, essential

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intrinsic

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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