congenitally

Definition of congenitallynext
as in inherently
by natural character or ability she appeared to be congenitally incapable of telling the truth

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Recent Examples of congenitally For instance, the visual cortices of congenitally blind people who had their sight restored are thicker and have a lower surface area than those of sighted people. Sachin Rawat, Big Think, 2 Mar. 2026 The best candidates are those whose philtrums are congenitally long or have lengthened with age. Jolene Edgar, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026 For years, despite a lifetime of surgeries for congenitally dislocated hips, as well as joint replacements and cancer treatment, Glenna Mills, an artist in Oakland, California, told herself that she was not disabled. Paula Span, Miami Herald, 15 Dec. 2025 Older, dominant, or cognitively impaired dogs may struggle more, while younger or congenitally blind dogs often adapt faster. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
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  • To travel well often means opening yourself up to discomfort or difference, which inherently means a willingness to make a fool of yourself.
    Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Evian and fat-free frozen yogurt were frequent punch lines; crystals were inherently funny (still are).
    John Vorwald, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2026
Adverb
  • Quantum computing is a fundamentally different approach to processing information.
    Joshua Hong, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Progressives view the system as fundamentally unfair or broken, and want massive disruption to corporate power and wealth.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026

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“Congenitally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congenitally. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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