naturalness
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/ˈnætʃərəlnəs/
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/ˈnætʃ(ə)rəlnəs/
(natural)
innate, unaltered
Etymology
Etymology Information
'naturalness' originates from the Latin word 'naturalis', where 'natura' meant 'birth, nature, quality'.
Historical Evolution
'natural' changed from the Old French word 'naturel' and eventually became the modern English word 'natural'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to nature or birth', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being in accordance with nature'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being natural.
The naturalness of her performance was praised by the critics.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45