Extrinsic
(adjective)
- Coming from or located outside; not inherent or essential.
- Not forming an essential part of a thing or person.
- Having no necessary connection or relation to a subject or course of events.
Origin:
Late 17th century: from late latin extrinsicus "outside", from extrinsecus "from outside", from latin extra "outside" + secus "beside".
Examples:
- The success of the project was due to extrinsic factors such as good weather and timely support.
- The ornament was an extrinsic addition to the building and could be removed without affecting its structure.
- The money was an extrinsic reward for her hard work, not the main reason she took the job.
- The motivation for his actions was extrinsic, driven by external factors rather than his own values.
- The commentary was extrinsic to the main topic of the speech and added little value.