Pronunciation: [ʌnnˈat͡ʃəɹə͡l] (IPA) 
The word "unnatural" is spelled with a double "n" and a single "t", despite the fact that the sound of the letter "t" is pronounced twice in the word. This can be confusing for non-native speakers of English. The IPA phonetic transcription for "unnatural" is /ʌnˈnætʃrəl/. The "n" sound is represented by the symbol /n/ and is pronounced twice, while the "t" sound is represented by the symbol /tʃ/ and is pronounced once.
Unnatural is an adjective that describes anything that is not in accordance with the laws of nature, contrary to what is considered normal, or artificial in its essence. This term is often used to refer to things or behaviors that deviate from the expected or traditional course of events.
In the context of nature, unnatural can be used to describe phenomena or occurrences that are not found or observed in the natural world. For instance, an unnatural disaster may refer to an event or catastrophe that is not caused by natural forces, such as an alien invasion or man-made catastrophe.
When used to describe behavior or actions, unnatural suggests behaviors that are not typical or instinctive for a person. It can imply a departure from normal conduct or societal norms. For example, an unnatural act of violence may refer to an abnormally severe or brutal act that exceeds the bounds of what is considered normal behavior.
Furthermore, unnatural can also be used to describe things that are artificial or not occurring spontaneously. For instance, an unnatural color can refer to a shade that is not naturally found in the environment, but rather created through human intervention or synthetic means.
In summary, unnatural refers to anything that is contrary to the laws of nature, atypical or not conforming to traditional norms, or artificial in its nature.
Contrary to the laws of nature; acting without the affections of our common humanity; not agreeable to the real condition of persons or things.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "unnatural" originates from the combination of Latin roots.
The first root is "un-", which is a prefix indicating negation or reversal. It comes from the Latin word "in", meaning "not".
The second root is "naturālis", derived from the Latin adjective "nātūrālis", which means "of nature" or "according to nature". It is based on the noun "nātūra", meaning "birth" or "characteristic".
So, when these two roots are combined, "un-" indicating negation and "naturālis" referring to nature, the word "unnatural" is formed. It suggests something that goes against or deviates from what is considered natural or normal.
