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natural

/ˈnætʃəɹəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or being in a normal physical or mental condition.

    - "She returned to her natural state after the illness."
    - "The natural beauty of the forest took my breath away."
  • adjective

    According with the usual course of things; normal.

    - "He behaved in a natural way during the interview."
    - "The natural course of events led to a peaceful resolution."
  • adjective

    Existing in or formed by nature (not made artificially by humans).

    - "The natural gas was extracted from the ground."
    - "The natural dye was made from plant extracts."

Pronunciation
  1. /-ɚəl/



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Antonyms

conventional , aberrant , abnormal , artificial , processed
Synonyms

inevitable , necessary , reasonable
Rhymes
Words rhyming with natural
nature , later , creature , adventure
Homophones
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  1. Natal () : Relating to birth


Variants
List of all variants of natural that leads to same result
natural , naturalness , naturalnesses , naturals , natural born , natural-born , natural bridge , natural bridges , natural childbirth , natural childbirths , natural family planning , natural family plannings , natural food , natural foods , natural gas , natural gases , natural gender , natural genders , natural histories , natural history
Forms
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Naturally, Naturalness


Etymology
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From Old French 'naturel', from Latin 'natura' meaning 'birth', 'origin'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'natural' was first used in English in the 14th century.

  2. The natural world is estimated to contain around 8.7 million different species.

  3. The largest living organism in the world is a natural fungus called Armillaria ostoyae, which covers over 2,200 acres in Oregon, USA.


Related Concepts
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  1. Natural law: A theory of morality based on the belief that certain rights and duties are inherent in human beings and exist independently of human enactment.


Culture
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The concept of 'natural' has been a significant theme in various aspects of culture. In literature, natural elements such as forests, rivers, and animals have been used as symbols of the sublime, the unknown, and the untamed. In art, natural landscapes have been depicted in various styles, from the realistic to the impressionistic. In music, natural sounds and rhythms have been incorporated into various genres, such as folk music and ambient music.

How to Memorize "natural"

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    - Visualize a tree growing in a forest. Imagine the roots reaching deep into the ground, absorbing nutrients and water. Visualize the leaves growing, providing oxygen to the air. Visualize the tree growing taller and stronger each day.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'natural' with the feeling of being at ease, relaxed, and unpretentious. Imagine a warm, sunny day in a beautiful natural setting, such as a beach or a forest.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'natural' with the word 'nurture'. Remember that something that is natural is something that is cared for and grows on its own.


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