inherency

/ɪnˈhɛrənsi, -ˈhɛrɛnsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being inherent or inborn; a property or characteristic that is naturally present or inherent.

“The inherency of their genetic predispositions influenced their development of the disease.”

Synonyms

  • inherence
  • inherentness
  • innateness

Antonyms

  • acquiredness
  • learnedness