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Definition of "naturalistic" []

  • Imitating or producing the effect or appearance of nature. (adjective)
  • Of or in accordance with the doctrines of naturalism. (adjective)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "naturalistic" in a sentence
  • "Somewhat surprisingly, Moore in effect also argues that most forms of non-naturalism are also guilty of what he calls the naturalistic fallacy."
  • "Many thinkers of the present day pride themselves upon the growth of what they call the naturalistic spirit."
  • "If you want to see the latest in naturalistic manufacturing, though, check out the Eagle Nebula where the factories are putting out the latest model stars."