World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesartificial
Pronunciation / Transliteration: aʁ.tʃi.fiˈsi.aɪ
"Este material é artificial."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Created or constructed by human beings rather than occurring naturally.
"The city is known for its man-made lakes and parks." - 2
Artificial or synthetic in nature.
"The man-made fibers in this fabric are more durable than natural ones."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'man-made' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'man', derived from Old English 'mann', meaning human being, and 'made', from Old English 'macian', meaning to create or construct. It reflects the shift towards distinguishing human-created objects from those occurring naturally.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Man-Made"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Man-Made" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
artificiel
Transliteration: aʁ.ti.fi.sjɛl
"Ce matériau est artificiel."
künstlich
Transliteration: kʏnstlɪç
"Dieses Material ist künstlich."
artificiale
Transliteration: arti.fiˈtʃa.le
"Questo materiale è artificiale."
artificial
Transliteration: aɾ.ti.fiˈθjal
"Este material es artificial."
artificial
Transliteration: aʁ.tʃi.fiˈsi.aɪ
"Este material é artificial."
कृत्रिम
Transliteration: kṛtrim
"यह सामग्री कृत्रिम है।"
人造
Transliteration: rénzào
"这种材料是人造的。"
인공
Transliteration: ingong
"이 재료는 인공입니다."
人工
Transliteration: jinkō
"この材料は人工です。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Portuguese termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Man-Made"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.