naturally

adverb

nat·u·ral·ly | \ ˈna-chər-ə-lē

, ˈnach-rə-, ˈna-chər-\

Definition of naturally

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

3a : without artificial aid hair that curls naturally

b : without affectation speak naturally

4 : with truth to nature : realistically

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He's naturally able to make people feel comfortable. Cats are said to be naturally curious.

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After Billie shared the story with fans at one of her concerts, people found what looks to be Henry's reported Instagram account, and naturally, the comments have become flooded with snarky replies referencing the kiss. — Lauren Rearick, Teen Vogue, "Billie Eilish Fans Flooded the Instagram of the Guy She Shared a Bad First Kiss With," 4 Sep. 2019 Sneak an exclusive peek below at her lavish dress (and, naturally, statement necklace)! — Ruth Kinane, EW.com, "Charles has a proposition for Liza in Younger season finale clip, plus see Diana's wedding dress," 3 Sep. 2019 So naturally, when the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)—more or less the research and development funding arm for the government—sent out these tweets, the good people of the Internet were rightfully suspicious. — Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, "The Government Needs Your Help Finding Sketchy Underground Tunnels ASAP," 30 Aug. 2019 Stage Race Peloton was started, naturally, by a spin devotee. — Erin Griffith, New York Times, "Peloton Is a Phenomenon. Can It Last?," 28 Aug. 2019 Khaled was quick to swoop in, chatting with the iconic talent and, naturally, ending in a big ol' hug. — Joe Lynch, Billboard, "DJ Khaled Chops It Up With Queen Latifah, Billy Ray Cyrus During VMAs Preshow," 26 Aug. 2019 Since some mice already evolve anti-Lyme resistance genes naturally, just like all mice do when vaccinated, gifting local mouse populations with the same kind of immunity should minimize unintended consequences. — BostonGlobe.com, "Should we use genetic engineering to prevent Lyme disease?," 23 Aug. 2019 So naturally, five minutes later, your significant other proceeds to drop a healthy-sized glob of it on your living room's silvery-gray carpet. — Emma Bazilian, House Beautiful, "This Carpet Stain Remover Is Literal Magic," 22 Aug. 2019 Today, all but about 100 of Shenzhen’s 21,000 taxis are electric cars—all built, naturally, by Shenzhen’s own BYD. — Fortune, "Electric Car Gold Rush: The Auto Industry Charges Into China," 20 Aug. 2019

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naturally

adverb

English Language Learners Definition of naturally

—used to describe something that happens or exists by itself without being controlled or changed by someone

—used to say that something is expected or normal

: because of a quality or skill that a person or animal is born with

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naturally

adverb

nat·u·ral·ly | \ ˈna-chər-ə-lē

, ˈnach-rə-lē\

Kids Definition of naturally

1 : without anything added or changed : by natural character Fruit is naturally sweet.

2 : in the normal or expected way Naturally, you're tired from running.

3 : because of a quality present at birth Cats are naturally curious.

4 : in a way that is relaxed and normal Just speak naturally.

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