Definitions
- Describing something that is innate or inherent to a person or thing. - Referring to something that is natural and in harmony with one's nature or character. - Talking about something that is familiar or comfortable due to being part of one's nature or experience.
- Referring to something that exists in the world without human intervention or influence. - Describing something that is typical or expected in a given situation or context. - Talking about something that is not artificial or synthetic, but rather derived from nature.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words relate to things that are inherent or innate.
- 2Both words can describe things that are typical or expected.
- 3Both words can be used to describe things that are not artificial or synthetic.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Connatural is less commonly used than natural in everyday language.
- 2Meaning: Connatural emphasizes the idea of something being in harmony with one's nature or character, while natural refers more broadly to things that exist in the world without human intervention.
- 3Connotation: Connatural has a more formal and literary connotation, while natural is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Connatural and natural are synonyms that relate to things that are inherent or innate. However, connatural emphasizes the idea of something being in harmony with one's nature or character, while natural refers more broadly to things that exist in the world without human intervention. Additionally, connatural is less commonly used and has a more formal connotation compared to the versatile natural.
