Definitions
- Describing something that is an essential part of the nature or character of a person or thing. - Referring to a quality or attribute that is inherent or innate to a person or thing. - Talking about something that is integral or indispensable to the functioning or existence of a system or process.
- Describing something that is an inherent or natural part of the nature or character of a person or thing. - Referring to a quality or attribute that is essential or fundamental to a person or thing. - Talking about something that is inherent or built-in to the design or structure of a system or process.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe qualities or attributes that are essential or inherent to a person or thing.
- 2Both words can be used to describe the natural or fundamental nature of something.
- 3Both words emphasize the importance of a particular quality or attribute.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Intrinsic is more commonly used than intrinsical in everyday language.
- 2Form: Intrinsical is an older form of the word, while intrinsic is the modern form.
- 3Connotation: Intrinsical may have a slightly archaic or formal connotation, while intrinsic is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Intrinsical and intrinsic are synonyms that describe qualities or attributes that are essential or inherent to a person or thing. However, intrinsic is more commonly used and versatile, while intrinsical may have a slightly archaic or formal connotation. Both words emphasize the importance of a particular quality or attribute.
