ORGANIC Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

organic

adjective

Definition of organic

as in integral

being a part of an integrated whole that cannot be removed The American Revolution is an organic part of the history of the United States.

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Recent Examples of organic Regulators say the facility is expected to emit air pollutants including nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds, particulate matter, various metals and other compounds associated with human cremation. — Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 24 Aug. 2026 When people see their insights reflected in company policies, talent retention stops being a struggle and becomes an organic outcome of a supportive environment. — Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 Inspectors also noted a tomato with black organic matter on it and pork chops stored above cut potatoes. — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Aug. 2026 Pets stay free of charge and are treated just as royally with organic snacks, blankets, and toys. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for organic

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Adjective

Mental health and work-life balance Research says mental health and wellbeing are integral to quality of life and even physical health.

— Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
Entering his fourth season, Doku is now expected to step up and become an integral player so the early disruption to his season is not ideal.

— Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of integral

Adjective

But before that, the team will hold what is perhaps their most important practice of the fall.

— Connor Riley, AJC.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Originally constructed in the 1860s to house two battalions of the British Army, Chelsea Barracks served as an important military base for more than 140 years before being decommissioned in 2008.

— Nick Scott, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of important

Adjective

Despite that footprint, the basic cement-making process has changed relatively little since the material was invented in 1824.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026
Today’s recipe A basic vinaigrette is a balancing act between acidity and fat.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of basic

Adjective

Ultimately, keeping firearms securely locked and unloaded away from kids and unauthorized individuals is a fundamental part of responsible gun ownership.

— Brittany Berlin, Baltimore Sun, 25 Aug. 2026
Russian businesses face fundamental economic challenges as the costly war drags on.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026