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

Only a few foods—including egg yolks, fatty fish, mushrooms, and beef liver—naturally contain vitamin D, but some others, like milk, are fortified with it. —Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024

Review and set new goals The end of the year naturally invites reflection and goal-setting. —Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024

Toasting the barrels caramelizes some of the sugars that naturally occur in the wood, and as the bourbon ages, imparts more flavor and color than barrels that have simply been charred. —Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 17 Dec. 2024

As Mark mentioned in the video, elf owls are not naturally aggressive and are considered docile. —Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing naturally

• come naturally

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