Built-in — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈbilt-ˈin/ (adjective) /ˈbilt-ˌin/ (noun)

Meaning & Definition of Built-in

Built-in (adjective)

  1. forming an integral part of a structure or object; especially, constructed as or in a recess in a wall
  2. built into the ground
  3. inherent

Built-in (noun)

  1. a built-in piece of furniture

Built-in (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing

    "a poker player with a seemingly built-in ability to read his opponents' faces"

    similar: constitutional, constitutive, essential, hardwired, immanent, inborn, inbred, indigenous, ingrain, ingrained, inherent, innate, integral, intrinsic, native, natural, in one's blood
    related: basic, deep-rooted, elemental, fundamental, congenital, hereditary, inherited, inmost, inner, interior, internal, characteristic, distinctive, peculiar, habitual, inveterate, normal, regular, typical
    opposite: adventitious, extraneous, extrinsic
    near: alien, foreign, accidental, coincidental, incidental, acquired, adscititious, superficial, surface, exterior, external

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Built-in

The most common words with a similar meaning to Built-in:

constitutional, constitutive, essential, hardwired, immanent, inborn, inbred, indigenous, ingrain, ingrained, inherent, innate, integral, intrinsic, native, natural, in one's blood

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Built-in

Words with the opposite meaning of Built-in:

adventitious, extraneous, extrinsic

Related Words for Built-in

basic, deep-rooted, elemental, fundamental, congenital, hereditary, inherited, inmost, inner, interior, internal, characteristic, distinctive, peculiar, habitual, inveterate, normal, regular, typical

Near Antonyms of Built-in

alien, foreign, accidental, coincidental, incidental, acquired, adscititious, superficial, surface, exterior, external

Origin & Etymology of Built-in

First known use: 1852

Words & Phrases Containing Built-in

built-in/planned obsolescence

Frequently Asked Questions about Built-in

What does "Built-in" mean?

"Built-in" means forming an integral part of a structure or object; especially, constructed as or in a recess in a wall. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: forming an integral part of a structure or object; especially, constructed as or in a recess in a wall.

What is another word for "Built-in"?

Other words for "Built-in" include constitutional, constitutive, essential, hardwired, immanent, inborn, inbred and indigenous. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Built-in" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Built-in"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Built-in". Common alternatives include constitutional, constitutive, essential, hardwired, immanent, inborn, inbred, indigenous, ingrain and ingrained.

What is the opposite of "Built-in"?

Antonyms of "Built-in" include adventitious, extraneous and extrinsic. Near antonyms include alien, foreign, accidental and coincidental.

How do you use "Built-in" in a sentence?

Examples of "Built-in" in a sentence: "a poker player with a seemingly built-in ability to read his opponents' faces".

Is "Built-in" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Built-in" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Built-in"?

"Built-in" is pronounced /ˈbilt-ˈin/ as an adjective and /ˈbilt-ˌin/ as a noun.

What is the origin of the word "Built-in"?

First known use: 1852.