What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “congenital”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “congenital”

The antonyms of congenital are acquired and learned. The antonyms acquired and learned describe conditions or traits that are not present at birth but develop later in life.

Explore all Antonyms of “congenital”

• acquired
• learned

Definitions and Examples of acquired, learned

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

acquired

Developed or caused by external factors, rather than being innate or inherited.

Example

He suffered from an acquired hearing loss due to exposure to loud noise at work.

learned

Acquired through study, experience, or being taught; not innate.

Example

Playing a musical instrument is a learned skill that requires practice and dedication.

Key Differences: acquired vs learned

• 1. Acquired refers to a condition or trait that is caused by external factors, while congenital refers to a condition or trait that is present at birth.
• 2. Learned refers to a skill or knowledge that is acquired through study or experience, while congenital refers to a condition or trait that is innate or inherited.

Effective Usage of acquired, learned

• 1. Medical Context: Use congenital and acquired to differentiate between conditions that are present at birth and those that develop later in life.
• 2. Educational Context: Use congenital and learned to distinguish between innate abilities and skills that are acquired through learning.
• 3. Scientific Context: Use these antonyms to describe the origin of traits or characteristics in organisms.

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Remember this!

The antonyms acquired and learned describe conditions or traits that are not present at birth but develop later in life, while congenital refers to a condition or trait that is present at birth. Use these words in medical, educational, or scientific contexts to differentiate between innate and acquired traits or characteristics.