Word Meaning

intrinsic definition and meaning

a. Inward; internal; hence, true; genuine; real; essential; inherent; not merely apparent or accidental; -- opposed to extrinsic; as, the intrinsic value of gold or silver; the intrinsic merit of an action; the intrinsic worth or goodness of a person.
a. Included wholly within an organ or limb, as certain groups of muscles; -- opposed to extrinsic.
n. A genuine quality.

Crossword clues for intrinsic

- Belonging to a thing by its very nature
- Inherent
- Innate
- It’s essential cooks stir in nothing first, I see