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Comparative for that which happens routinely without human intervention
“Many argue that climate change is a natural occurrence while others obviously disagree.”
Comparative for existing in an environment predating human technology, production, and design
“It is arguable whether animals can thrive in an artificial environment like a zoo, instead of its natural habitat.”
Comparative for bearing the characteristics inherent of a human being
“I would argue that it would be less natural if you didn't at least attempt one stupid thing in your lifetime.”
Comparative for characterized by the lack of artificial additives or preservative treatment
“Many professional chefs subscribe to the use of organic and natural ingredients to create the best-tasting dishes.”
(attributive to a person) Comparative for characterized by having an inherent skill or quality
“Isaac was a natural athlete, and built like a spartan too.”
(of a skill or quality) Comparative for of being part of the person and not trained, or learned
“He had a natural talent for problem-solving, which consequently made him a fine sleuth.”
(of a person or their behaviour) Comparative for uncontrived and genuine
“He had always been open and natural towards his wife, which made her deception all the more unfathomable.”
Comparative for as expected, or reasonable
“It is natural for you to fear what you do not know.”
Comparative for related by blood
“After years of suffering through an identity crisis, Henry decided to set out and find his natural parents.”
(of a child) Comparative for born from parents who are unmarried
“Jon Snow was Ned Stark's natural son.”
Comparative for closely or accurately depicting that which is being copied or imitated
“It was a natural looking set of the Alaskan wilderness.”
Comparative for a person unaffected by or unaware of the social protocols of modern society
“They found this natural man in the wild, with no clothes, or any evidence of an ability to communicate with those of his kind.”
(rare) Comparative for characterized by the ideology of respect and dignity
“Behind his coarse exterior, you will never find a more natural man than him.”
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