Definition of Extrinsic

not belonging to, outside of

Examples of Extrinsic in a sentence

We did not expect there to be any issues with our wedding date, however the weather turned into an extrinsic factor that forced us to change the date.  🔊

The weight of an object is an extrinsic property and not an intrinsic one, as it is based on the force of gravity which is an outside factor.  🔊

Our professor said that he would not allow questions or comments that are extrinsic to the subject matter under discussion.  🔊

We were sure that the spy’s motivations were extrinsic in nature, and not motivated by any natural love for his country.  🔊

The lecture focused on both the extrinsic and intrinsic factors that brought about the rise of Hitler in Germany prior to World War II.  🔊

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