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Unnatural: meaning, definitions and examples

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unnatural

 

[ ˌʌnˈnætʃərəl ]

Adjective / Adverb
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior

Not conforming to the usual or natural way of behaving. Synonyms include artificial, affected, and contrived.

Synonyms

affected, artificial, contrived

Examples of usage

  • Her smile seemed forced and unnatural.
  • His movements were stiff and unnatural.
  • The actor's performance felt unnatural to the audience.
Context #2 | Adjective

environment

Not existing in nature or created by humans. Synonyms include man-made, synthetic, and fabricated.

Synonyms

fabricated, man-made, synthetic

Examples of usage

  • The plastic flowers looked unnatural in the garden.
  • The artificial turf felt unnatural beneath their feet.
Context #3 | Adverb

manner

In a way that is not natural or usual. Synonyms include unnaturally, artificially, and awkwardly.

Synonyms

artificially, awkwardly, unnaturally

Examples of usage

  • She smiled unnaturally when she saw him.
  • He moved his arm unnaturally to reach the top shelf.

Translations

Translations of the word "unnatural" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não natural

🇮🇳 अप्राकृतिक

🇩🇪 unnatürlich

🇮🇩 tidak alami

🇺🇦 неприродний

🇵🇱 nienaturalny

🇯🇵 不自然 (ふしぜん)

🇫🇷 non naturel

🇪🇸 no natural

🇹🇷 doğal olmayan

🇰🇷 부자연스러운

🇸🇦 غير طبيعي

🇨🇿 nepřirozený

🇸🇰 neprirodzený

🇨🇳 不自然 (bù zìrán)

🇸🇮 nenaraven

🇮🇸 ónáttúrulegur

🇰🇿 табиғи емес

🇬🇪 არაბუნებრივი

🇦🇿 təbiətə uyğun olmayan

🇲🇽 no natural

Etymology

The word 'unnatural' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'natural' which comes from the Latin word 'naturalis'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe something that is not in accordance with the laws of nature or usual behavior.

See also: naturalism, naturalist, naturalistic, naturalize, naturalness, supernatural, unnaturally.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,351 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.