Word
naturalistic
Phoneticsnat·u·ral·is·tic, stress on the fourth syllable
US/ˌnætʃɝəˈɫɪstɪk/
UK/nˌætʃəɹəlˈɪstɪk/
Definition
adj. describing something that looks or feels like it belongs in nature. In medicine, it often means a treatment that uses natural substances or methods rather than chemicals.
adj. relating to or resembling nature; in a medical context, it describes treatments or therapies that use natural substances or processes rather than synthetic drugs.
Examples
“The doctor recommended a naturalistic approach to the patient's recovery.”
“Many patients prefer naturalistic remedies like herbal teas and acupuncture over traditional pharmaceuticals for minor ailments.”
“The study compared the effectiveness of naturalistic interventions, such as dietary changes and exercise, with conventional medical treatments for chronic fatigue.”
Examples
simple
“The doctor recommended a naturalistic approach to the patient's recovery.”
contextual
“Many patients prefer naturalistic remedies like herbal teas and acupuncture over traditional pharmaceuticals for minor ailments.”
complex
“The study compared the effectiveness of naturalistic interventions, such as dietary changes and exercise, with conventional medical treatments for chronic fatigue.”
Real-World Examples
“It’s also good to hear Brammall perfectly deliver quintessentially Australian lines (such as “my life’s still in the shitter”) in a naturalistic way we don’t always hear on television.” “Naturalistic performances anchor some of the sweetest scenes as the foursome celebrate each other’s birthdays and play made-up road trip games.” Etymology
From naturalist + -ic or natural + -istic.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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