Synonyms for

Unnatural

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

Definition

not natural; not in accordance with nature or natural law

Synonyms & similar words

unaffected abnormal normal natural affected abnormal artificial contrived affected forced factitious unreal pretended fabricated phony false spurious unnative unnaturally unnaturally inorganic synthetic imitation man-made plastic

Synonyms by register

Formal

artificial synthetic contrived manufactured

Informal

fake phony bogus forced

Literary

unearthly preternatural supernatural

Antonyms

natural normal organic real genuine authentic spontaneous

Common collocations

  • unnatural behavior
  • unnatural silence
  • unnatural light
  • unnatural speed
  • unnatural color
  • unnatural smile
  • unnatural state

Word family

noun unnaturalness
adjective unnatural
adverb unnaturally

Usage note

Often used to describe something that deviates from what is expected or typical, implying a lack of sincerity or a manufactured quality. Can also refer to something that goes against the laws of nature.

Example sentences

  1. The plants in the garden looked unnatural because they were made of plastic.
  2. It was unnatural for the dog to walk on two legs instead of four.
  3. The magician's trick seemed unnatural to the audience.
  4. It's unnatural to live without sunlight and fresh air.
  5. The alien's appearance was unnatural and frightening.

Quotes

  • The essence of all art is to have pleasure in giving pleasure. - Dale Carnegie
  • The unnatural, that too is natural. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
  • Nature is often hidden, sometimes overcome, seldom extinguished. - Francis Bacon

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