intrinsic property

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A quality that an object has of itself, independently of other things.

intrinsicADJECTIVE + NOUN

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property

Examples (10)

  • A diamond's hardness is an intrinsic property.
  • The ability to reason is often considered an intrinsic property of human beings.
  • Scientists study the intrinsic properties of materials at a molecular level.
  • Is consciousness an intrinsic property of the brain, or something more?
  • Each element has its own unique intrinsic properties.
  • The intrinsic property of this metal makes it highly resistant to corrosion.
  • Philosophers debate whether goodness is an intrinsic property of certain actions.
  • Understanding the intrinsic properties of light is fundamental to optics.
  • This software's security is an intrinsic property of its design.
  • They focused on the intrinsic properties of the ecosystem rather than external influences.