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inherent disposition

[/ɪnˈhɪrənt dɪˈspəzɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: inherent dispositions / disposições inerentes
disposição inerente
1. A natural tendency, inclination, or characteristic that is an essential part of someone's nature or something's fundamental property
His inherent disposition to kindness made him a natural caregiver.
Sua disposição inerente para a gentileza o tornou um cuidador natural.
2. An inborn or intrinsic propensity to behave, react, or be in a particular way
The mineral's inherent disposition to crystallize in geometric patterns is remarkable.
A disposição inerente do mineral em cristalizar em padrões geométricos é notável.
Synonyms
innate tendencynatural inclinationintrinsic propensityinherent natureinborn characteristic
Antonyms
acquired behaviorlearned traitexternal impositioncircumstantial tendency

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
disposição inerente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
disposição natural
More informal alternative commonly used
Portugal
disposição intrínseca
Slightly more formal preference in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

it's in one's nature
second nature
born with it
part and parcel of someone's character
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