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

Gardeners frequently incorporate raw manure in the fall or composted manure in the spring to naturally boost soil nutrients. —Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026

Those navigating family negotiations can set kind standards that allow trust to grow naturally over time. —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2026

There are, naturally, layers of deception to scrape away first. —Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026

Accessibility Due to Lupaia’s location on a steep hilltop with gravel pathways and naturally uneven grounds at various levels, this resort is not wheelchair accessible. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 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