naturally
2 ENTRIES FOUND:
Britannica Dictionary definition of NATURALLY
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— used to describe something that happens or exists by itself without being controlled or changed by someone
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Her hair curls naturally.
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a naturally sweet tea
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A number of important vitamins are found naturally in dark green vegetables like spinach.
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Pearls are produced naturally by oysters.
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He is naturally blond.
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Their friendship developed naturally over time.
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— used to say that something is expected or normal
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Naturally, some mistakes were made.
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When he heard the comment, he was naturally [=of course] a little offended.
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Naturally you'll want rooms for the night.
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“Did you visit her while you were there?” “Naturally.” [=of course; yes]
3
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because of a quality or skill that a person or animal is born with
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She's naturally competitive.
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He's naturally able to make people feel comfortable.
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Cats are said to be naturally curious.
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in a way that is relaxed and normal
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It's hard to speak/act naturally when you're nervous.
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in a way that makes sense
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in a logical and reasonable way
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Her conclusions follow naturally from the theory.
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Questions about the journalist's sources arise naturally from such a controversial report.
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When I saw that there were no lights on in the house, I naturally assumed you were asleep.
come naturally
◊ If something comes naturally to you, you are able to do or learn it easily.
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Musical talent comes naturally to that family.
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Memorizing important dates in history came naturally to him [=was easy for him] in school.
