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

Using natural methods, without artificial chemicals.

"The vegetables on this farm are grown organically."

In a natural, gradual way, rather than being forced.

"The friendship developed organically over years of working together."

How to use organically

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishNaturally — either free of artificial chemicals, or growing without being pushed or forced.

Common pairings

grow organically develop organically

Word forms

more organically comparative, most organically superlative

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Rhymes for organically

ally bally sally Wally dally rally tally pally really locally usually equally

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Frequently asked questions

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.