👶congenital

adjective
/kənˈdʒenɪtl/

Meaning

existing from birth, usually describing a disease or condition

Example Sentences

The child was born with a congenital heart defect.

Synonyms

inborn, innate, hereditary, genetic

Antonyms

acquired, developed

Collocations

congenital defect, congenital disorder, congenital abnormality

Related Vocabularies

causing or feeling physical or emotional discomfort
Willingly obedient and responsible in performing one's duty.
connected or related to something or someone
Causing irritation, annoyance, or difficulty.
causing someone to be unable to think clearly or understand; difficult to comprehend
existing or happening over a large area or among many people

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