Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
congenitally
Adverb
/kənˈdʒɛnɪtəli/
Definition
In a manner that is present from birth or innate.
Examples
- She was congenitally deaf, meaning she was born without the ability to hear.
- He has a congenitally optimistic personality, always seeing the positive side of situations.
Meaning
This adverb describes conditions or traits that exist from the time of birth, often due to genetic factors.
Synonyms
- Inherently
- Innately
- Genetically
- Constitutionally
