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 of naturally

• inherently

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

The clientele leans towards American and British travelers, though the location naturally attracts an international crowd too. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026

So, naturally, much of the talk was about Hurricanes star Seth Jarvis and his strange candy habits. —Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026

The material encounters massive energy barriers that prevent it from naturally reaching this state. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026

However, the naturally occurring amounts in food are relatively modest. —Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th 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