Synonyms for

Native

Verb / ˈneɪtɪv / Another word for native — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

belonging to a particular place by birth or origin

Synonyms & similar words

aboriginal indigene adopted nonnative indigen foreign aborigine indigenous local original aboriginal autochthonous endemic homegrown natural inherent intrinsic innate inborn inbred unalienable connate connatural constitutional elemental essential inherent

Synonyms by register

Formal

indigenous aboriginal autochthonous innate

Informal

local homegrown born and bred

Literary

autochthon progenitor

Antonyms

foreign alien immigrant outsider nonnative stranger

Common collocations

  • native speaker
  • native language
  • native land
  • native soil
  • native species
  • native culture
  • native intelligence
  • native son

Word family

noun nativity
adjective native
adverb natively

Usage note

Often used to describe people, plants, or animals that belong to a particular place from birth. Can also refer to something inherent or natural, as in 'native ability'.

Example sentences

  1. She is a native Spanish speaker.
  2. The Native American tribe has lived in this region for centuries.
  3. The plant is native to this area.
  4. I love the native cuisine of Thailand.
  5. The art exhibit showcases native artists from the Pacific Northwest.

Quotes

  • The native hue of resolution Is sicklied o'er with the pale cast of thought.
  • All good things which exist are the fruits of originality.
  • A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.

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