Naturally meaning

What does “naturally” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“naturally” is an adverb with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: as might be expected.

naturally

as might be expected
“naturally, the lawyer sent us a huge bill”
Synonymsof course course
Oppositesunnaturally
according to nature; by natural means; without artificial help
“naturally grown flowers”
Oppositesartificially
through inherent nature
“he was naturally lazy”
Synonymsby nature
in a natural or normal manner
“speak naturally and easily”
Oppositesunnaturally

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University