inborn
pronunciation
How to pronounce inborn in British English:
UK [ˌɪnˈbɔːn]
How to pronounce inborn in American English:
US [ˌɪnˈbɔːrn]
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- Adjective:
- normally existing at birth
- present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development
Word Origin
- inborn (adj.)
- Old English inboren "native to a place," from in "within" + boren "brought forth" (see born). Of qualities in a person, 1510s.
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Example
- 1. God had a purpose in giving you these inborn interests .
- 2. According to some , seeking prominence is part of an inborn survival strategy .
- 3. God had a purpose in giving you these inborn interests . Your emotional heartbeat is the second key to understanding your shape for service .
- 4. But inborn beauty isn 't always lucrative .
- 5. The superstars do form a non-competing group by virtue of inborn talent , aided of course by determination and ambition .