nature

noun

na·ture ˈnā-chər How to pronounce nature (audio)

: the external world in its entirety

: natural scenery

enjoyed the beauties of nature

: disposition, temperament

it was his nature to look after others

F. A. Swinnerton

her romantic nature

: the inherent character or basic constitution (see constitution sense 2) of a person or thing : essence

the nature of the controversy

: humankind's original or natural condition

: a simplified mode of life resembling this condition

escape from civilization and get back to nature

: a kind or class usually distinguished by fundamental or essential characteristics

documents of a confidential nature

acts of a ceremonial nature

: the physical constitution or drives of an organism

especially : an excretory organ or function

—used in phrases like the call of nature

: the genetically controlled qualities of an organism

nature … modified by nurture

E. G. Conklin

: a creative and controlling force in the universe

: an inner force (such as instinct, appetite, desire) or the sum of such forces in an individual

: a spontaneous attitude (as of generosity)

Example Sentences

He devoted himself to the study of nature. That is a color not found in nature. Hunger is nature's way of telling you to eat. Gravity is one of the basic laws of nature. She's very competitive by nature.

Recent Examples on the Web Mueller’s father was a mathematician, and he is fascinated by the Fibonacci Sequence, a mathematical formula named for a medieval mathematician that describes forms found in nature.

Dirk Sutro, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Sep. 2022 Experience art in nature with sculptures sited across 40 acres of park, lake and woodland.

Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 10 Sep. 2022 On a lighter note, the Clintons talked about simple pleasures to help detox from technology, like taking walks in nature and gardening.

Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 10 Sep. 2022 Experts believe the disease is autoimmune in nature because the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy parts of the body and damages the protective insulation, known as myelin, that forms around nerves.

Alisa Hrustic, SELF, 9 Sep. 2022 Two forms of the virus can cause paralysis, one of them being the wild poliovirus found in nature.

Brianna Abbott, WSJ, 9 Sep. 2022 In addition to the clips, Cousins includes views of various locations around the world — Times Square, India, Hong Kong — a reminder that moviegoing, as well as moviemaking, is global in nature.

Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Chitin and its derivative chitosan are natural polymers found in crustaceans and elsewhere in nature.

Miriam Fauzia, Popular Mechanics, 8 Sep. 2022 Finally, encourage her to go on outings with friends, be with animals or little kids, and move in nature.

Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2022 See More

Kids Definition

nature

noun

na·ture ˈnā-chər How to pronounce nature (audio)

: the physical world and everything in it

It is one of the most beautiful creatures found in nature.

: natural scenery or surroundings

We took a hike to enjoy nature.

: the basic character of a person or thing

Scientists studied the nature of the new substance.

: natural feelings : disposition, temperament

She has a generous nature.

: sort entry 1 sense 1, type

What is the nature of your problem?

nature

noun

as in self

the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others it was the grotesque nature of his stories that made them a challenge to get published in mainstream magazines her nature was such that lying was never an option for her the stoic nature of that family enables them to endure one calamity after another

Synonyms & Similar Words

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self
personality
colors
tone
character
constitution
characteristic
essence
spirit
disposition
composition
genius
clay
temperament
trait
complexion
uniqueness
property
soul
sort
feature
individuality
attribute
habit
distinctiveness
singularity
substance
distinctness
flavor
temper
interior
way
hallmark
makeup
essentiality
grain
metal
savor
stuff
essentiality
mark
stamp
interiority
point
earmark
savour

as in wilderness

that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation needed to get out of the office and back to nature in order to clear his head

Synonyms & Similar Words

wilderness
wild
outdoors
country
open
desert
out-of-doors
open air
frontier
bush
hinterland
backwoods
without
outside
sticks
barren
wasteland
up-country
badland
waste

as in kind

a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common group together anything round: buttons, lids, coins, and other things of that nature

Synonyms & Similar Words

kind
type
sort
genre
variety
stripe
breed
manner
species
description
like
persuasion
strain
class
order
kidney
model
feather
category
family
ilk
specimen
group
sample
grouping
suite
division
set
bracket
grade
lot
bunch
rank(s)

as in disposition

one's characteristic attitude or mood a boy of a quiet and shy nature

Synonyms & Similar Words

disposition
temperament
temper
attitude
spirit
personality
outlook
mind
grain
heart
viewpoint
perspective
mode
habit
standpoint
belief
opinion
angle
inclination
feeling
emotion
identity
humor
view
frame
tone
conviction
mind-set
notion
sentiment
expression
judgment
slant
sensibility
sensitivity
individuality
vein
sensitiveness
persuasion
responsiveness
character
strain
passion
judgement
selfhood
makeup
setup
cheer
self-identity
mettle

as in essence

the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is some artists maintain that color, light, and shadow are the very nature of painting

Synonyms & Similar Words

essence
substance
manifestation
soul
being
essentiality
quintessence
quiddity
aspect
spirit
stuff
heart
core
property
name of the game
attribute
center
incarnation
personification
feature
marrow
pith
kernel
embodiment
epitome
alpha and omega
gist
keynote
seat
nub

as in universe

the whole body of things observed or assumed the belief that all of nature is controlled by an unseen Supreme Being

Synonyms & Similar Words

universe
existence
world
creation
cosmos
reality
macrocosm

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

void
nothingness

Synonym Chooser

Some common synonyms of nature are character, description, kind, sort, and type. While all these words mean "a number of individuals thought of as a group because of a common quality or qualities," nature may imply inherent, essential resemblance rather than obvious or superficial likenesses.

two problems of a similar nature

Although the words character and nature have much in common, character implies a group marked by distinctive likenesses peculiar to the type.

research on the subject so far has been of an elementary character

The synonyms description and nature are sometimes interchangeable, but description implies a group marked by agreement in all details belonging to a type as described or defined.

not all acts of that description are actually illegal

In some situations, the words kind and nature are roughly equivalent. However, kind may suggest natural grouping.

a zoo seemingly having animals of every kind

While the synonyms sort and nature are close in meaning, sort often suggests some disparagement.

the sort of newspaper dealing in sensational stories

The words type and nature are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, type may suggest strong and clearly marked similarity throughout the items included so that each is typical of the group.

one of three basic body types

单词	nature
释义	nature noun na·ture ˈnā-chər 1 : the external world in its entirety 2 : natural scenery enjoyed the beauties of nature 3 a : disposition, temperament it was his nature to look after others F. A. Swinnerton her romantic nature b : the inherent character or basic constitution (see constitution sense 2) of a person or thing : essence the nature of the controversy 4 a : humankind's original or natural condition b : a simplified mode of life resembling this condition escape from civilization and get back to nature 5 : a kind or class usually distinguished by fundamental or essential characteristics documents of a confidential nature acts of a ceremonial nature 6 : the physical constitution or drives of an organism especially : an excretory organ or function —used in phrases like the call of nature 7 : the genetically controlled qualities of an organism nature … modified by nurture E. G. Conklin 8 a : a creative and controlling force in the universe b : an inner force (such as instinct, appetite, desire) or the sum of such forces in an individual 9 : a spontaneous attitude (as of generosity) Synonyms character clay colors complexion constitution genius personality self tone See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences He devoted himself to the study of nature. That is a color not found in nature. Hunger is nature's way of telling you to eat. Gravity is one of the basic laws of nature. She's very competitive by nature. Recent Examples on the Web Mueller’s father was a mathematician, and he is fascinated by the Fibonacci Sequence, a mathematical formula named for a medieval mathematician that describes forms found in nature. Dirk Sutro, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Sep. 2022 Experience art in nature with sculptures sited across 40 acres of park, lake and woodland. Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 10 Sep. 2022 On a lighter note, the Clintons talked about simple pleasures to help detox from technology, like taking walks in nature and gardening. Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 10 Sep. 2022 Experts believe the disease is autoimmune in nature because the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy parts of the body and damages the protective insulation, known as myelin, that forms around nerves. Alisa Hrustic, SELF, 9 Sep. 2022 Two forms of the virus can cause paralysis, one of them being the wild poliovirus found in nature. Brianna Abbott, WSJ, 9 Sep. 2022 In addition to the clips, Cousins includes views of various locations around the world — Times Square, India, Hong Kong — a reminder that moviegoing, as well as moviemaking, is global in nature. Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Chitin and its derivative chitosan are natural polymers found in crustaceans and elsewhere in nature. Miriam Fauzia, Popular Mechanics, 8 Sep. 2022 Finally, encourage her to go on outings with friends, be with animals or little kids, and move in nature. Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin natura, from natus, past participle of nasci to be born — more at nation First Known Use 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3b Phrases Containing nature accident of nature crime against nature force of nature call of nature get/go back to nature second nature the call of nature human nature nature preserve of that nature let nature take its course nature trail nature reserve return to nature in nature freak of nature See More accident of nature crime against nature force of nature call of nature get/go back to nature second nature the call of nature human nature nature preserve of that nature let nature take its course nature trail nature reserve return to nature in nature freak of nature See More Kids Definition nature noun na·ture ˈnā-chər 1 : the physical world and everything in it It is one of the most beautiful creatures found in nature. 2 : natural scenery or surroundings We took a hike to enjoy nature. 3 : the basic character of a person or thing Scientists studied the nature of the new substance. 4 : natural feelings : disposition, temperament She has a generous nature. 5 : sort entry 1 sense 1, type What is the nature of your problem? nature noun 1 as in self the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others it was the grotesque nature of his stories that made them a challenge to get published in mainstream magazines her nature was such that lying was never an option for her the stoic nature of that family enables them to endure one calamity after another Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance self personality colors tone character constitution characteristic essence spirit disposition composition genius clay temperament trait complexion uniqueness property soul sort feature individuality attribute habit distinctiveness singularity substance distinctness flavor temper interior way hallmark makeup essentiality grain metal savor stuff essentiality mark stamp interiority point earmark savour 2 as in wilderness that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation needed to get out of the office and back to nature in order to clear his head Synonyms & Similar Words wilderness wild outdoors country open desert out-of-doors open air frontier bush hinterland backwoods without outside sticks barren wasteland up-country badland waste 3 as in kind a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common group together anything round: buttons, lids, coins, and other things of that nature Synonyms & Similar Words kind type sort genre variety stripe breed manner species description like persuasion strain class order kidney model feather category family ilk specimen group sample grouping suite division set bracket grade lot bunch rank(s) 4 as in disposition one's characteristic attitude or mood a boy of a quiet and shy nature Synonyms & Similar Words disposition temperament temper attitude spirit personality outlook mind grain heart viewpoint perspective mode habit standpoint belief opinion angle inclination feeling emotion identity humor view frame tone conviction mind-set notion sentiment expression judgment slant sensibility sensitivity individuality vein sensitiveness persuasion responsiveness character strain passion judgement selfhood makeup setup cheer self-identity mettle 5 as in essence the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is some artists maintain that color, light, and shadow are the very nature of painting Synonyms & Similar Words essence substance manifestation soul being essentiality quintessence quiddity aspect spirit stuff heart core property name of the game attribute center incarnation personification feature marrow pith kernel embodiment epitome alpha and omega gist keynote seat nub 6 as in universe the whole body of things observed or assumed the belief that all of nature is controlled by an unseen Supreme Being Synonyms & Similar Words universe existence world creation cosmos reality macrocosm Antonyms & Near Antonyms void nothingness Synonym Chooser Some common synonyms of nature are character, description, kind, sort, and type. While all these words mean "a number of individuals thought of as a group because of a common quality or qualities," nature may imply inherent, essential resemblance rather than obvious or superficial likenesses. two problems of a similar nature Although the words character and nature have much in common, character implies a group marked by distinctive likenesses peculiar to the type. research on the subject so far has been of an elementary character The synonyms description and nature are sometimes interchangeable, but description implies a group marked by agreement in all details belonging to a type as described or defined. not all acts of that description are actually illegal In some situations, the words kind and nature are roughly equivalent. However, kind may suggest natural grouping. a zoo seemingly having animals of every kind While the synonyms sort and nature are close in meaning, sort often suggests some disparagement. the sort of newspaper dealing in sensational stories The words type and nature are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, type may suggest strong and clearly marked similarity throughout the items included so that each is typical of the group. one of three basic body types Phrases Containing nature second nature second nature
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