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inherent properties

[ɪnˈhɪrənt ˈprɒpərtiz]
nounpl: inherent properties
propriedades inerentes
1. Qualities, characteristics, or attributes that are naturally and inseparably present in something; essential features that belong to something by its very nature
Color and shape are inherent properties of physical objects.
A cor e a forma são propriedades inerentes dos objetos físicos.
2. In philosophy and science, characteristics that exist as an intrinsic part of an entity without being caused by external factors
The inherent properties of water include its ability to dissolve many substances.
As propriedades inerentes da água incluem sua capacidade de dissolver muitas substâncias.
Synonyms
intrinsic propertiesessential characteristicsnatural qualitiesinherent characteristicsessential features
Antonyms
acquired propertiesextrinsic propertiesexternal characteristics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
propriedades inerentes
Standard usage in academic and scientific contexts
São Paulo
propriedades inerentes
Commonly used in educational and technical materials
Portugal
propriedades inerentes
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

built-in characteristics
part and parcel of something
comes with the territory
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