Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inherently-wrong
adjective
/ɪnˈhɪərəntli rɔŋ/
Definition
Inherently wrong refers to something that is fundamentally or naturally wrong by its very nature, regardless of the context.
Examples
- Stealing is inherently wrong, as it violates the rights of others.
- Many believe that lying is inherently wrong, regardless of the situation.
Meaning
This term implies that the wrongdoing is intrinsic to the subject itself, suggesting that there are qualities or characteristics that make it morally or ethically unacceptable.
Synonyms
- Fundamentally wrong
- Intrinsically immoral
- Essentially unethical
