The difference between Essentially and Naturally
When used as adverbs, essentially means in an essential manner, whereas naturally means in a natural manner.
check bellow for the other definitions of Essentially and Naturally
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Essentially as an adverb:
in an essential manner; in essence
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Naturally as an adverb:
In a natural manner.
Examples:
"Although he was unused to the situation, he tried to act naturally."
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Naturally as an adverb:
Inherently or by nature.
Examples:
"Boys are naturally aggressive."
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Naturally as an adverb:
Surely or without any doubt.
Examples:
"I shall naturally protest at that decision."
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Compare with synonyms and related words:
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- essentially vs factually
- essentially vs fundamentally
- essentially vs in essence
- essentially vs in the main
- essentially vs inherently
- essentially vs intrinsically
- essentially vs naturally
- essentially vs substantially
- genuinely vs naturally
- naturally vs normally
- naturally vs unaffectedly
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- innately vs naturally
- intrinsically vs naturally
- absolutely vs naturally
- certainly vs naturally
- naturally vs undoubtedly
- naturally vs wis
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