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inherent preference

[ɪnˈhɪrənt ˈprɛfərəns]
nounpl: inherent preferences
preferência inerente
1. A natural or intrinsic tendency to favor or choose something over alternatives, based on essential characteristics rather than external circumstances
The inherent preference for sweet foods is found across most mammalian species.
A preferência inerente por alimentos doces é encontrada na maioria das espécies de mamíferos.
2. In economics and psychology, a built-in inclination or predisposition that influences decision-making
Research shows an inherent preference among consumers for locally produced goods.
Pesquisas mostram uma preferência inerente entre consumidores por produtos de fabricação local.
Synonyms
natural preferenceintrinsic preferenceinnate preferencebuilt-in preferencefundamental preference
Antonyms
acquired preferencelearned preferenceexternal preference

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
preferência inerente
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
preferência intrínseca
Alternative term commonly used in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

second nature
natural inclination
instinctive choice
hardwired preference
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