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Obviously, as may be expected
“Naturally, as parents, we were very anxious when we heard about the accident. Thankfully, nobody was hurt.”
As is typical, normal or common
“Naturally, the way that anyone evaluates data is colored by what he or she already believes.”
Based on one's innate or intrinsic nature
“He didn't stay at the orphanage for very long, for his naturally stable character and bright imagination made him a model child.”
Intuitively, or by instinct
“For all these reasons, what the animals do naturally in ignorant bliss, men will do only if they are coerced.”
In a guileless, natural or innocent manner
“Beyond all doubt, the one who was naturally charming became still more so by grace.”
With ease or natural skill
“It all comes naturally to him, and if you try to curb this by giving him instructions, you destroy it.”
By nature
In a way that is easily perceived, understood or believed
Consequently, out of necessity
In a manner that is expected or anticipated
In a simple manner
Of course
Used to emphasize the truthfulness of a statement
In a spontaneous manner
At a basic or fundamental level
Adverb 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.”
Adverb 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.”
Adverb 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) Adverb for characterized by having an inherent skill or quality
“Isaac was a natural athlete, and built like a spartan too.”
Adverb for as expected, or reasonable
“It is natural for you to fear what you do not know.”
Adverb 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) Adverb for born from parents who are unmarried
“Jon Snow was Ned Stark's natural son.”
Adverb for closely or accurately depicting that which is being copied or imitated
“It was a natural looking set of the Alaskan wilderness.”
Adverb 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) Adverb for characterized by the ideology of respect and dignity
“Behind his coarse exterior, you will never find a more natural man than him.”
Used as an affirmation
Used to express emphatic agreement
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