1. existing naturally from birth; inborn
2. belonging to the essential nature of something

Examples

• She has an innate ability to understand music.
• His innate curiosity led him to become a scientist.
• The innate fear of loud noises is common in infants.
• Some believe that moral sense is innate in humans.
• The bird’s innate migration instinct guides its journey.
• Her innate kindness made her popular with everyone.
• The innate properties of the material make it ideal for construction.