artificial
Translation
man-made, synthetic, fake, unnatural
Examples
This plant has artificial flowers.
This plant has artificial flowers.
She gave an artificial smile.
She gave an artificial smile.
He has an artificial leg.
He has an artificial leg.
Grammar Patterns
artificial ((noun)) not natural or real This plant has artificial flowers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: man-made, synthetic, fake; Antonyms: natural, real, genuine
Etymology
From Latin 'artificialis', from 'artificium' (workmanship), which comes from 'ars' (art) + 'facere' (to make). Made by art/skill, not by nature.
Memory Tips
Think 'Art-ificial' - made by human 'art', not by nature. Like artificial intelligence or artificial flowers.