Synonyms of extrinsic
4 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for extrinsic is external. Other synonyms of extrinsic are extraneous. The opposite of extrinsic is inherent.
Synonyms and similar words for extrinsic
adjectiveMore synonyms
- accidental
- adscititiousDerived or acquired from something extrinsic; not part of the real, inherent, or essential nature of a thing.
- externalNot intrinsic or essential.
- extraneousNot essential or intrinsic.
Opposite of extrinsic
Meaning of extrinsic
- adjective External; separable from the thing itself; inessential.
- adjective Not belonging to something; outside.
- noun An external factor.
extrinsic in other languages
Questions about synonyms of extrinsic
- What is another word for extrinsic?
- Extrinsic has 4 synonyms on Word.ws, such as external and extraneous.
- What is the opposite of extrinsic?
- The opposite of extrinsic is inherent. Other antonyms of extrinsic are intrinsic.
- What does extrinsic mean?
- Extrinsic means external; separable from the thing itself; inessential.
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