Meaning Of The Word Extrinsic

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What's The Definition Of Extrinsic?

extrinsic
Extrinsic reasons, forces, or factors exist outside the person or situation they affect.

extrinsic in American English
not really belonging to the thing with which it is connected; not inherent
adjective: not essential or inherent; not a basic part or quality; extraneous

extrinsic in British English
adjective: not contained or included within; extraneous

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