(of a person or their behaviour) Uncontrived and genuine
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That which happens routinely without human intervention
“Many argue that climate change is a natural occurrence while others obviously disagree.”
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.”
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.”
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) Characterized by having an inherent skill or quality
“Isaac was a natural athlete, and built like a spartan too.”
(of a skill or quality) 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) Uncontrived and genuine
“He had always been open and natural towards his wife, which made her deception all the more unfathomable.”
As expected, or reasonable
“It is natural for you to fear what you do not know.”
Related by blood
“After years of suffering through an identity crisis, Henry decided to set out and find his natural parents.”
(of a child) Born to unmarried parents
“Jon Snow was Ned Stark's natural son.”
Closely or accurately depicting that which is being copied or imitated
“It was a natural looking set of the Alaskan wilderness.”
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) Characterized by the ideology of respect and dignity
“Behind his coarse exterior, you will never find a more natural man than him.”
With no illusions or pretensions
In a raw, natural or unrefined state
Consisting of the same substance throughout
Having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature
Of, or relating to physical, needs or desires
(of air, water, or food) Fresh, pure, and untainted
Developing in a gradual or natural fashion
In accordance with the truth or facts
Graceful and fluent
That does not damage the environment
Not restrained or restricted
Moving gracefully with ease
(biology, chemistry) Relating to or derived from living matter
Easygoing in temperament
Parts or pieces which are written both within the natural physical limitations of the instrument and human body and, less so or less often, the styles of playing used on specific instruments
Of a lifestyle incorporating a dietary regimen including locally grown, seasonal, natural foods, or of the diet itself
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Relaxed and confident in one's manner of presenting oneself and interacting with others
Of very great excellence or beauty
Done or performed without prior preparation or thought
Related to or embodying the powers of nature
Happening by natural laws or predestination
Simple, well-defined, and pleasing in shape
Based on fact
Coming from heredity
Incapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred to another
Without clothing
Concerning land, farming
Possessing an abundance of natural resources
Non-pharmacological therapies are ways to decrease pain
(of food) Recently procured or harvested
A pale sandy fawn colour
Made in the home
Situated in, designed to be used in, or carried on in the open air
Having a greater-than-even chance of occurring
Bright and colorless, due to the reflection of all visible rays of light
A person who has an innate skill or feels at home doing something
“Kelly is a born natural with a racket.”
(archaic) A simple-minded person or an idiot
“It was he, who was thus, taken for a natural, bumbling down a hill.”
A person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit
A young person with exceptional qualities or abilities
Light brown
That which achieves wealth, respect, or fame
In a natural or normal way
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