Phrase guide

by nature

prep_phrase · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Naturally; inherently.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • She's gregarious by nature.
  • By its very nature, this argument entails certain others.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: obligately

Antonyms: none provided

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adverb

Meaning 2

through inherent nature

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • he was naturally lazy

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: naturally

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: por naturaleza — Translations