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inherent liking

[ɪnˈhɪrənt ˈlaɪkɪŋ]
noun phrasepl: inherent likings
gosto inerente
1. A natural or inborn preference or fondness for something that is part of one's fundamental character or nature
She has an inherent liking for classical music that developed from childhood.
Ela tem um gosto inerente pela música clássica que se desenvolveu desde a infância.
2. An innate attraction or inclination towards something
An inherent liking for the outdoors is often passed down through families.
Um gosto inerente pela natureza é frequentemente herdado nas famílias.
Synonyms
natural preferenceinnate fondnessinherent preferenceinborn tastenative inclination
Antonyms
acquired dislikelearned aversiondeveloped distaste

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gosto inerente
Standard usage
São Paulo
gosto inato
Common alternative
Portugal
gosto inato
Preferred usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

it's in my blood
born with a taste for
natural-born liking
second nature
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