natural
/ˈnætʃrəl/Existing or occurring in nature; not artificial or man-made.
The park is filled with natural beauty.
The park is filled with natural beauty.
She prefers natural ingredients in her skincare products.
She prefers natural ingredients in her skincare products.
Often used to describe things that are not synthetic or processed.
Normal or expected under the circumstances; not forced or artificial.
His reaction was natural given the situation.
His reaction was natural given the situation.
She has a natural talent for singing.
She has a natural talent for singing.
Can refer to innate abilities or behaviors that come easily.
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💡Pro Tip
Natural vs. Unnatural
Use 'natural' to describe things that are not altered by humans, and 'unnatural' for things that seem forced or artificial.
⚡Gold Rule
Context Matters
In scientific contexts, 'natural' refers to phenomena not caused by humans, while in everyday language, it can describe innate qualities.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'naturale,' from Old French 'naturel,' from Latin 'naturalis,' meaning 'by birth, inborn, native, natural.'
📝Usage Notes
Can be used to describe both physical and abstract qualities. In science, it often refers to phenomena that occur without human intervention.