naturally
adverb
nat·u·ral·ly
ˈna-chər-ə-lē 
ˈnach-rə-,
ˈna-chər-
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
Examples of naturally in a Sentence
He's naturally able to make people feel comfortable.
Cats are said to be naturally curious.
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Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Quinoa, which is naturally gluten-free, is a filling carb option.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 14 July 2025
Why the Fear Is Real—And Why That Matters Melanin-rich skin is naturally more reactive to inflammation.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 14 July 2025
Green tea naturally contains both catechins and caffeine.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for naturally
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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
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