Inherent Inherent (adj) /ɪnˈher.ənt/ /-ˈhɪə.rənt/ US /-ˈhɪr.ənt/ being a basic or natural part of something, which cannot be separated from that – indispensable – intrinsic – characteristic – essential – integral: Though this is a lucrative business, it does have its inherent risks. Parts of Speech Noun: inherence Adverb: inherently Antonyms extrinsic, acquired
Vital Vital ( adj) /ˈvaɪ.təl/ US /-ţəl/ extremely important – crucial – essential for life – imperative, fundamental, necessary – vigorous – energetic, vivacious Water is vital for life. Antonyms unimportant, lifeless Parts of speech Noun: vitality Noun: vitalness Adverb: vitally
Incumbent Incumbent (adj & noun) /ɪnˈkʌm.bənt/ necessary and obligatory – compulsory – mandatory – unavoidable – inescapable – requisite – office holder – appointee: Incumbent in context As a simple private, it was incumbent upon me to take orders, no matter what. As the incumbent manager of the department, it was Michelle’s responsibility to ensure …