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Another word for extrinsically

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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that originates from the outside or acts as an external factor rather than being an inherent part of something.

Usage Example

"Students who are only externally motivated by grades often lose interest once the course ends."

Strongest
externally
Strong
outwardly
Weak
extraneous

Opposites of extrinsically

The opposite of extrinsically shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

intrinsically
inherently
innately
internally
essentially
naturally
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