born

[bɔːn]

born Definition

• 1. existing as a result of birth
• 2. having a natural ability or tendency to do something

Using born: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "born" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She was born in Paris.

• Example

  He was born with a talent for music.

• Example

  The idea was born out of necessity.

born Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for born

• native
• innate
• inherent
• inborn
• natural

Antonyms for born

• acquired
• learned

Phrases with born

• born and bred

  originating from and having been raised in a particular place or environment

  Example

  I'm a Londoner born and bred.

• born with a silver spoon in one's mouth

  born into a wealthy family

  Example

  He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, never having to worry about money.

• born yesterday

  naive or inexperienced

  Example

  I'm not born yesterday, I know what you're trying to do.

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Summary: born in Brief

The term 'born' [bɔːn] refers to something that exists as a result of birth, such as a person's place of origin or innate abilities. It can also describe the origin of an idea or concept, as in 'The idea was born out of necessity.' Common phrases include 'born and bred,' indicating a person's place of origin, and 'born with a silver spoon in one's mouth,' meaning born into wealth.