unnaturalness
|un/nat/u/ral/ness|
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/ʌnˈnætʃərəlˌnɛs/
(unnatural)
not natural
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unnatural' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'unnaturall', where 'un-' meant 'not' and 'natural' meant 'in accordance with nature'.
Historical Evolution
'unnaturall' changed from Middle English word 'unnaturall' and eventually became the modern English word 'unnatural'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not in accordance with nature', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being unnatural.
The unnaturalness of the scene made everyone uncomfortable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42