Word
congenital
(especially of a disease or physical abnormality) present from birth.
Meanings
(especially of a disease or physical abnormality) present from birth.
(of a person or an attribute) inherent and established at birth; by nature.
Examples
- The doctor explained that her heart condition was congenital, meaning she was born with it.
- His congenital shyness made public speaking a significant challenge throughout his life.
- Many congenital disabilities can now be managed or treated with early intervention.
More adjectives
- agnostic An agnostic is someone who does not claim to know whether God exists.
- pragmatic Pragmatic means focused on practical results rather than ideals or theories.
- ubiquitous Present, appearing, or found everywhere at the same time.
- cynical Cynical describes believing that people are mainly motivated by self-interest and not sincere.
- apathetic Apathetic means showing little or no interest, concern, or enthusiasm.