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What does the prefix mean in word inherent?

The prefix in the word "inherent" is in-.

However, it's important to note that in- doesn't have a single, universal meaning. In this case, it conveys the idea of being within something or belonging to it naturally.

Here's how it works:

* "In-" contributes the idea of something being inside, part of, or inseparable from.

* "Herent" comes from the Latin word "haerere," which means "to stick" or "to cling."

Therefore, "inherent" means something that is essentially part of or naturally existing in something else.

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