unnatural

//ʌnˈnætʃ.ər.əl//
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Adjective

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1

Not existing in nature; artificial or man-made.

The food contains unnatural colors and flavors.

2

Different from what is normal or expected; strange or unusual.

There was an unnatural silence in the room.

3

Not genuine or spontaneous; forced or affected.

Her smile looked unnatural, as if she was forcing herself to appear happy.

4

Contrary to the laws of nature; abnormal or perverted.

Many people considered such behavior to be unnatural and morally wrong.