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Unnaturally: meaning, definitions and examples

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unnaturally

 

[ ˌʌnˈnætʃərəli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a way that is not natural

In a manner that is not conforming to the usual course of nature; not occurring naturally. In a manner that is not typical or normal; in an artificial or forced way.

Synonyms

abnormally, artificially, unnormally

Examples of usage

  • The flowers in the garden were arranged unnaturally, clearly by human hands.
  • Her smile seemed unnaturally wide, almost as if it was forced.
  • The colors of the painting clashed unnaturally, creating an unsettling effect.
  • The actor's performance felt unnaturally stiff and rehearsed.
  • The music in the room sounded unnaturally loud, echoing off the walls.
Context #2 | Adjective

not in accordance with what is natural

Not in accordance with the usual course of nature; not natural. Not conforming to the normal or expected behavior.

Synonyms

abnormal, odd, peculiar, unnatural

Examples of usage

  • The unnaturally fast growth of the plant puzzled the botanists.
  • Her unnaturally pale complexion raised concerns among her friends.
  • The unnaturally calm sea before the storm was an eerie sight.
  • The unnaturally high temperature for this time of year was a cause for alarm.
  • The unnaturally quiet forest was a sign that something was amiss.

Translations

Translations of the word "unnaturally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não naturalmente

🇮🇳 अप्राकृतिक रूप से

🇩🇪 unnatürlich

🇮🇩 secara tidak alami

🇺🇦 неприродно

🇵🇱 nienaturalnie

🇯🇵 不自然に

🇫🇷 de manière non naturelle

🇪🇸 de manera antinatural

🇹🇷 doğal olmayan bir şekilde

🇰🇷 비자연스럽게

🇸🇦 بشكل غير طبيعي

🇨🇿 nepřirozeně

🇸🇰 neprirodzene

🇨🇳 不自然地

🇸🇮 nenaravno

🇮🇸 ónáttúrulega

🇰🇿 табиғи емес

🇬🇪 არაბუნებრივად

🇦🇿 qeyri-təbii olaraq

🇲🇽 de manera antinatural

Etymology

The word 'unnaturally' is formed by adding the prefix 'un-' to the word 'naturally'. 'Naturally' comes from the Middle English word 'naturelly', which is derived from the Old French 'naturellement'. The prefix 'un-' is used to indicate negation or reversal. The concept of something being 'unnatural' or 'unnaturally' has been used in various contexts to describe things that deviate from the expected or usual course of nature. Over time, the term has become widely accepted in the English language to convey the idea of something artificial, abnormal, or forced.

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

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,354, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.