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December 07, 2021 Word of the Day

artificial /ˌɑɚtəˈfɪʃl̟/ adjective
artificial
/ˌɑɚtəˈfɪʃl̟/
adjective
Artificial flowers
Artificial flowers
Definition of ARTIFICIAL

1 : not natural or real : made, produced, or done to seem like something natural

  • artificial lighting/plants

  • the world's first artificial heart

  • This product contains no artificial colors/flavors/sweeteners—only natural substances are used.

2 : not happening or existing naturally : created or caused by people

  • artificial price inflation

  • The country's borders are artificial, and were set with no consideration for the various ethnic groups in the region.

3 [more artificial; most artificial] : not sincere

  • an artificial smile

  • Her concern seemed a bit artificial. [=forced]

artificiality /ˌɑɚtəˌfɪʃiˈæləti/ noun [noncount]

  • the artificiality of his manner/smile

artificially adverb

  • artificially flavored/colored

  • The building is artificially lit.

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