Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Inherent

Inborn

The most appropriate synonym of the given word Inherent is Inborn.

• Inherent means existing in something as a permanent and inseparable element, quality, or attribute; inhering: an inherent distrust of strangers.
• Inborn means existing in someone or something from birth; innate.

The two words are similar in that they both suggest the idea of being something that is present from birth. However, the word inherent has a more general meaning, as it can refer to anything that is present from birth, regardless of whether it is a physical or mental characteristic. The word inborn has a more specific meaning, as it specifically refers to physical or mental characteristics that are present from birth.

In the sentence "The child's inherent curiosity led her to explore every corner of the house," the speaker is not just saying that the child was curious from birth, but that the child's curiosity was also a permanent and inseparable part of her personality. Therefore, the word "inborn" is the most appropriate synonym for the word "inherent" in this context.

The other words on the list are not as appropriate synonyms for inherent. The word increase means to become greater in size, amount, or degree. The word superficial means existing or appearing on the surface only; not deep or thorough. The word conclusion means the final part of something, especially a speech or piece of writing, in which the main points are summarized. These words do not convey the same sense of being present from birth as the word inborn.