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- pronunciation:
- nae
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naech
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
When something is natural, it has to do with nature or is part of the way nature works. When we talk about natural things, we are usually talking about things that are not made by humans.
Some bears live in zoos, but the forest is their natural home.Plants growing from seeds is a natural process.The label says that this bread is made with natural ingredients only.- antonyms:
- artificial
- similar words:
- genuine
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We say something is natural when it is just the way it was when it came into the world and hasn't been changed by humans.
Carol's natural hair color is brown, but she dyed it orange for Halloween.- antonyms:
- refined
- similar words:
- genuine, organic, pure, real
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| definition 3: |
We say that something is natural when it is part of the way all humans are. For example, it is natural to want to eat when you are hungry. It is natural to feel sad when someone you love goes away.
It is natural to need your parents a lot when you are little.- synonyms:
- native
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| definition 4: |
When your smile is natural, it means that your smile is not pretended or forced.
Amelia has a beautiful smile, but her smile in this photo doesn't look natural.Martin has a natural cheerfulness. I've never seen him in a bad mood or upset.- synonyms:
- genuine, sincere
- antonyms:
- false
- similar words:
- free, honest, real, simple
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| definition 5: |
When something is natural, it is expected. It is not strange when it happens.
It is natural for people to lose some of their hair when they get older.- synonyms:
- normal, ordinary, regular, typical, usual
- antonyms:
- surprising
- similar words:
- characteristic, expected, logical, standard
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| definition 6: |
Natural science has to do with the sciences that study and describe nature.
My older sister is interested in the natural sciences and wants to study biology in college. |
| related words: |
crude, informal, native, primitive, raw, wild |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
A natural is someone who is quite good at something without any particular training.
Isabel's dance teacher told her mother that Isabel was a natural at dancing. She said she could be a professional someday if she continues to study.- similar words:
- genius, master, talent
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| derivation: |
naturalness (n.) |
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