Meaning & Definition of word "Unnatural"

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    Unnatural

    /ʌˈnætʃərəl/

    adjective:

    • 1. Not in its natural state; artificial or forced.
      • Example: The colors in the painting were so bright that they appeared unnatural.
    • 2. Deviating from the natural or expected; abnormal.
      • Example: His unnatural behavior at the gathering raised eyebrows among the guests.
    • 3. Not occurring naturally; produced by the intervention of humans.
      • Example: The scientist noted the unnatural increase in the population of the species after the introduction of a new food source.
    • 4. Not conforming to established moral or ethical standards.
      • Example: The community was shocked by the unnatural crimes that had taken place in their neighborhood.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from un- + natural

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    unnatural selection:

    A process in which human choices, rather than natural events, influence the survival and reproduction of species.

    Related Words

    natural:

    existing in or derived from nature; not made or caused by humankind.

    artificial:

    made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally.

    Slang Meanings of unnatural

    Meaning: Out of the ordinary or strange.

    Example Sentence: That outfit is so unnatural, it's almost alien.

    Meaning: Not behaving in a typical manner.

    Example Sentence: He was acting unnatural at the party, like he didn't belong.