built-in

[bilt-in] / ˈbɪltˌɪn /

ADJECTIVE

included

Synonyms

STRONGEST

deep-seated inherent innate

WEAK

congenital constitutional essential implicit in-built inborn inbred incorporated indwelling ingrained inseparable integral part-and-parcel

Antonyms

STRONGEST

acquired extrinsic learned

WEAK

added extra not included

Example Sentences

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I pay for a private fire department, and we have built-in retardant sprayers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

The aforementioned “wig room” has been outfitted with an enormous mirror and a built-in vanity perfect for trying on different styles—however a future occupant could easily use this space as a flex room or office.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

Launching in the UK and Ireland on 22 June, the Playground ditches controllers for body movements, tracking players using AI and a built-in camera.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

Tumor suppressor genes are often viewed as the body's built-in defense system against cancer.

From Science Daily • Jun. 20, 2026

Briony sat on the floor with her back to one of the tall built-in toy cupboards and fanned her face with the pages of her play.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan

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