nature

Definition

• n. the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
• n. a causal agent creating and controlling things in the universe
• n. the natural physical world including plants and animals and landscapes etc.
• n. the complex of emotional and intellectual attributes that determine a person's characteristic actions and reactions

Word forms

Plural

natures

Example sentences

1. n.

   The beauty of nature always inspires me to be more creative.

2. n.

   In medicine, understanding the nature of a disease is crucial for finding the right treatment.