naturally

adverb

nat·​u·​ral·​ly ˈna-chər-ə-lē 

ˈnach-rə-,

ˈna-chər-

1

: by nature : by natural character or ability

naturally timid

2

: according to the usual course of things : as might be expected

we naturally dislike being hurt

3

a

: without artificial aid

hair that curls naturally

b

: without affectation

speak naturally

4

: with truth to nature : realistically

Synonyms

• congenitally
• constitutionally
• inherently
• innately
• intrinsically

Examples of naturally in a Sentence

He's naturally able to make people feel comfortable.

Cats are said to be naturally curious.

Recent Examples on the Web

Some of that water rises up naturally as hot springs, but it can also be brought up with pumps and used to heat buildings. —Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 29 Mar. 2025

Unbleached flour is aged naturally, which takes longer and results in a creamy color and slightly denser texture. —Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025

While the responsibility of having my name attached to a business naturally brought pressure, my focus was always to give the best possible service to each client. —Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 28 Mar. 2025

The younger version, closer to my own age, came more naturally. —Jamie Lang, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing naturally

• come naturally

Rhymes for naturally

• preternaturally
• supernaturally
• unnaturally

Kids Definition

naturally

adverb

nat·​u·​ral·​ly ˈnach-(ə-)rə-lē 

ˈnach-ər-lē

1

: by natural character or ability

naturally affectionate

2

: according to the usual course of things

we naturally wanted to go to the big game

3

a

: without artificial aid

hair that curls naturally

b

: in a simple and sincere manner

speak naturally

4

: in a lifelike manner

paints flowers naturally