👶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

Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.
Neat, stylish, and well-dressed in appearance.
Not recommended; likely to have undesirable consequences.
suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion
Giving off bubbles; lively, enthusiastic, and full of energy.
never changing; constant; always the same

Explore More