naturally

nat·u·ral·ly

adverb \ˈna-chər-ə-lē, ˈnach-rə-, ˈna-chər-\

—used to describe something that happens or exists by itself without being controlled or changed by someone

—used to say that something is expected or normal

: because of a quality or skill that a person or animal is born with

Full Definition of NATURALLY

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

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Examples of NATURALLY

1. He's naturally able to make people feel comfortable.
2. Cats are said to be naturally curious.

First Known Use of NATURALLY

14th century

Related to NATURALLY

Synonyms

congenitally, constitutionally, inherently, innately, intrinsically

Antonyms

abnormally, atypically, extraordinarily, uncommonly, untypically, unusually

Related Words

basically, elementally, essentially, fundamentally; instinctively, intuitively; intimately

Near Antonyms

artificially, unnaturally