synthetic

Meaning

Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product; artificial.

Made artificially through chemical processes rather than natural means.

Example Sentences

Synthetic chemicals are used in processed foods.

Many synthetic fertilizers harm the environment.

Synonyms

artificial, man-made, fabricated, Artificial, Man-made, Chemically Engineered

Entry 1

artificial, man-made, fabricated

Entry 2

Artificial, Man-made, Chemically Engineered

Antonyms

natural, organic, genuine, Natural, Organic, Unprocessed

Entry 1

natural, organic, genuine

Entry 2

Natural, Organic, Unprocessed