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congenital

adjective

/kənˈdʒenɪtl/

Meaning

existing from birth, usually describing a disease or condition

The child was born with a congenital heart defect.

inborn, innate, hereditary, genetic

acquired, developed

congenital defect, congenital disorder, congenital abnormality

extremely stupid; foolish; senseless

able to adapt or be used in many different ways; having many skills

familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures

Native to and found only in a particular region; not occurring naturally elsewhere.

Having refined taste or good judgment; able to recognize subtle differences.

Extremely complex and difficult to follow; twisted or intricate.