intrínsecamente

intrínsecamente is a Spanish adverb that translates to "intrinsically" or "inherently" in English. It is used to describe something that is a fundamental, essential, or natural part of something else, rather than being added or imposed from the outside. The adverb is derived from the Latin word "intrinsicus," meaning "inward" or "internal."

The concept of intrinsic value, for example, refers to something that is good in itself, regardless of its consequences or external benefits. This is in contrast to instrumental value, which is the value something has as a means to an end. Similarly, when something is said to be intrinsically linked to another, it means that the connection is deep and fundamental, not superficial or coincidental.

In philosophical discussions, "intrínsecamente" is often used to distinguish between essential properties and accidental properties. An essential property is something that a thing must have to be what it is, while an accidental property is something that a thing may have or not have without changing its fundamental nature. For instance, a triangle's intrinsic property is having three sides, while its color might be an accidental property.

The adverb can also be applied to motivations, suggesting that an activity is intrinsically motivating if the drive to perform it comes from within the individual, due to the enjoyment or satisfaction it provides, rather than from external rewards or pressures. This is often contrasted with extrinsic motivation, which is driven by external factors like praise, money, or fear of punishment.