natural

/nˈæt‍ʃəɹə‍l/

/ˈnætʃɝəɫ/, /ˈnætʃɹəɫ/

[adjective] [noun]

natural

[ADJECTIVE]

existing in or originating from nature

antonyms : artificial

found in, coming from or agreeing with nature

antonyms : unnatural

(of a musical note) indicating that the note is neither sharp nor flat

antonyms : sharp

existing in or in conformity with nature or the observable world; neither supernatural nor magical

antonyms : supernatural

functioning or occurring in a normal way; lacking abnormalities or deficiencies

(of a parent or child) related by blood; genetically related

synonyms : biological

antonyms : adoptive

being talented through inherited qualities

synonyms : born(p)

innate(p)

unthinking; prompted by (or as if by) instinct

synonyms : instinctive

free from artificiality

synonyms : lifelike

(used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes

synonyms : raw(a)

rude(a)

Natural

[NOUN]

a notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat

synonyms : cancel

(craps) a first roll of 7 or 11 that immediately wins the stake

someone regarded as certain to succeed

Examples

1. Our kitchen stove uses natural gas for cooking.

2. Her hair had a natural shine, like strands of golden silk.

3. The custard apple's natural sweetness makes it a perfect filling for homemade pies and tarts.

4. The natural resources of the country include coal, gas, and oil.

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