Definitions
- Describing events or phenomena that cannot be explained by natural laws or science. - Referring to things that are believed to be caused by supernatural forces or beings. - Talking about occurrences that are beyond the realm of human understanding or explanation.
- Describing things that are not typical or normal in nature. - Referring to things that are forced or contrived, rather than occurring naturally. - Talking about occurrences that are not in accordance with natural laws or processes.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe things that are outside of the norm or usual expectations.
- 2Both words can be used to describe things that are not in accordance with natural laws or processes.
- 3Both words can be used to describe things that are unusual or unexpected.
What is the difference?
- 1Cause: Supernaturally implies that something is caused by supernatural forces or beings, while unnaturally suggests that something is forced or contrived.
- 2Connotation: Supernaturally has a mystical or magical connotation, while unnaturally has a more negative connotation.
- 3Usage: Supernaturally is typically used to describe events or phenomena that cannot be explained by science or natural laws, while unnaturally is used to describe things that are not typical or normal in nature.
- 4Scope: Supernaturally is a broader term that encompasses all things beyond natural laws, while unnaturally is more specific and refers to things that are forced or contrived.
- 5Frequency: Supernaturally is less commonly used than unnaturally in everyday language.
Remember this!
Supernaturally and unnaturally are both adverbs that describe things that are outside of the norm or usual expectations. However, the difference between them is their cause and connotation. Supernaturally implies that something is caused by supernatural forces or beings and has a mystical or magical connotation, while unnaturally suggests that something is forced or contrived and has a more negative connotation.
