adv
organically
aw-GA-nihk-lee
Organically (adv) means using natural methods, without artificial chemicals. Example: “The vegetables on this farm are grown organically.”
adv
1
Using natural methods, without artificial chemicals.
"The vegetables on this farm are grown organically."
2
In a natural, gradual way, rather than being forced.
"The friendship developed organically over years of working together."
How to use organically
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNaturally — either free of artificial chemicals, or growing without being pushed or forced.
Common pairings
grow organically
develop organically
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more organically
- Superlative
- most organically
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Antonyms
inorganically
Rhymes for organically
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What does “organically” mean?
The word “organically” means using natural methods, without artificial chemicals. In plain terms, naturally — either free of artificial chemicals, or growing without being pushed or forced.
How do you pronounce “organically”?
“Organically” is pronounced aw-GA-nihk-lee (/oɹˈɡænɪkli/ in IPA).
How do you use “organically” in a sentence?
Here is “organically” used in a sentence: “The vegetables on this farm are grown organically.”
What part of speech is “organically”?
“Organically” is an adverb.
How many meanings does “organically” have?
“Organically” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: using natural methods, without artificial chemicals.
