organic
word
Definition
Describes food or products made without artificial chemicals, or anything relating to living things. Also used in chemistry for carbon-based compounds.
Usage & Nuances
'Organic' is widely used for food free from artificial chemicals ('organic apples'), but can also mean 'natural development' (e.g., 'an organic process') or refer to living matter in science. Don't confuse with 'organized'.
Example Sentences
These vegetables are organic and grown without chemicals.
basic
He studies organic chemistry at university.
basic
We bought organic milk from the farmers' market.
basic
The company's organic growth has surprised the whole market.
natural
Their teamwork just felt really organic—everyone got along with no effort.
natural
I try to eat organic whenever possible—it just tastes fresher.
natural