Meaning & Definition of word "Natural"

Natural

/ˈnæʧərəl/

1. A person born without mental or physical disorders.
- Example: She is a natural at solving complex mathematical problems.
2. A thing that is natural, especially a natural feature of the landscape.
- Example: The park is known for its beautiful naturals, including waterfalls and hills.
3. Someone who has a natural ability to do something well.
- Example: He is a natural in front of the camera.

1. Existing in or produced by nature; not made or caused by humankind.
- Example: She prefers to use natural ingredients in her beauty products.
2. Conforming to the usual and ordinary course of nature.
- Example: It's natural for plants to grow towards the sunlight.
3. Relating to or produced by nature rather than human beings.
- Example: Natural disasters can have devastating effects on communities.
4. Inherent or innate; existing as a part of a person's or thing's essential character.
- Example: He has a natural talent for music.
5. Without artificial additives; wholesome.
- Example: I only drink natural fruit juices with no added sugars.

Middle English, from Latin 'naturalis' meaning 'of nature'.

natural selection:

The process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

natural resources:

Materials or substances occurring in nature which can be exploited for economic gain.

natural beauty:

Beauty that is inherent and not artificial or enhanced.

nature:

The phenomena of the physical world collectively, including plants, animals, the landscape, and other features and products of the earth.

naturalism:

A philosophical viewpoint that explains phenomena in terms of natural causes and laws.

naturalist:

A person who studies or is an expert in nature, especially a biologist.

Meaning: Something that occurs without alteration or manipulation.

Example Sentence: That canvas painting is totally natural, just as the artist intended.

Meaning: Referring to someone who is effortlessly skilled or good at something.

Example Sentence: He’s a natural at playing guitar, he picked it up in no time.