artificially
Artificially (adv) means In a manner that is man-made or not natural. Example: “The greenhouse is artificially heated all year round.”
How to use artificially
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishIn a way that's man-made or brought about deliberately, rather than happening naturally.
Word forms
more artificially comparative, most artificially superlative
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The greenhouse is _____ heated all year round.
Etymology
From artificial + -ly.
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What does “artificially” mean?
The word “artificially” means in a manner that is man-made or not natural. In plain terms, in a way that's man-made or brought about deliberately, rather than happening naturally.
How do you use “artificially” in a sentence?
Here is “artificially” used in a sentence: “The greenhouse is artificially heated all year round.”
What is the opposite of “artificially”?
The opposite of “artificially” — its antonyms — is naturally.
What part of speech is “artificially”?
“Artificially” is an adverb.
Is “artificially” a common word?
“Artificially” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “artificially” have?
“Artificially” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a manner that is man-made or not natural.
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