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Inherent Value

/ɪnˈhɛrənt ˈvæljuː/noun
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Inherent value refers to the intrinsic worth or significance that something possesses by its very nature, independent of external factors like utility or perception. This concept is central in philosophy and ethics, where it underscores the dignity of human life or the environment, often contrasting with assigned or market-based values in modern debates.

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