The brightness a star would have if not attenuated by distance or intervening gas or dust. As opposed to apparent brightness which it has as measured at a distance.

plural of intrinsic brightness

plural of intrinsic value

The incentive to undertake an activity based on the expected enjoyment of the activity itself, rather than external benefits that might result.

(biochemistry) A protein (or group of proteins) permanently attached to a biological membrane by interactions between its hydrophobic dimer units and the phospholipids of the membrane

plural of intrinsic protein

the real value of something within itself, which may not take into account its market value or face value.

A reward, such as the mental satisfaction of completing a challenging task, that is intangible and invisible to others (as opposed to extrinsic reward).

plural of intrinsic reward

plural of intrinsic motivation