inborn
inborn
Definition
in·born (in′bôrn′)
adjective
- present in the organism at birth; innate; not acquired
- hereditary; inherited
Etymology: OE inboren
inborn
Synonyms
inborn
modif.
inborn
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- error: Factors of interest Neonatal screening for inborn errors of metabolism.
- disposition: Is one's gender identity simply a matter of learning, or are there inborn dispositions which determine it?
- talent: You may feel comfortable with the person involved and sense that you can succeed with his inborn talent.
- ability: God has put within us inborn, natural abilities that make up who we are.
- sense: Regular Body Stress Release sessions can effectively help the body to maintain its inborn sense of balance.
- instinct: With the inborn instincts of a feudal Lord, de Lascy paid most attention to the fortunes of his mortal descendants.
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