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 lithium extraction system is integrated directly into existing commercial evaporation ponds that process naturally occurring, mineral-rich underground water. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026

Then, naturally, a vintage cherry-red Cadillac rolled onto the stage. — Jesús Triviño Alarcón, Rolling Stone, 22 Aug. 2026

American Tesla owners will naturally ask whether their cars are included. — Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Allure content director Sophie Panych, whose hair is naturally fine and straight, will occasionally touch things up with a flat iron. — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 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