Antinaturally

/ˌæntɪˈnætʃərəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that opposes, contradicts, or rejects what is natural or in accordance with nature.

Etymology

From 'antinaturalism' with the adverbial suffix '-ly', creating an adverb form to describe actions or concepts that work against natural order.

Kelly Says

When something happens 'antinaturally,' it defies our expectations based on natural laws—like in magic tricks, where props appear to float antinaturally in the air, defying gravity.

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