Synonyms for

Natural

Verb / ˈnætʃɜ:ʌl / / ˈnætʃrʌl / Another word for natural — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Existing in or caused by nature; not made or caused by humankind.

Synonyms & similar words

rude supernatural unnatural artificial lifelike sharp born raw innate instinctive cancel organic unadulterated native innate intrinsic spontaneous unaffected uncontrived unforced unpretentious unstudied artless genuine real sincere authentic legitimate actual original primitive

Synonyms by register

Formal

inherent intrinsic innate essential

Informal

real regular normal plain

Literary

elemental native unaffected

Antonyms

artificial unnatural synthetic manufactured contrived fake bogus

Common collocations

  • natural beauty
  • natural resources
  • natural selection
  • natural order
  • natural disaster
  • natural talent
  • natural light
  • natural law

Word family

noun nature
adverb naturally

Usage note

Can refer to something existing in or derived from nature, or something that is not made or caused by humans. It can also mean normal or expected.

Example sentences

  1. The leaves on the tree turn a beautiful natural shade of orange in the fall.
  2. The river flows naturally down the mountain.
  3. She has a natural talent for singing.
  4. I prefer natural remedies to medicine.
  5. It's important to eat natural foods to stay healthy.

Quotes

  • Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. - Albert Einstein
  • Nature always wears the colors of the spirit. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks. - John Muir

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