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UK/["/ɔːˈɡænɪk/"]/US/["/ɔːrˈɡænɪk/"]/

Meaning of Organic

produced or practised without using artificial chemicals

In simple words: Something that comes from nature, without chemicals.

Organic in a sentence

  • **organic cheese/vegetables/wine**, etc.
  • an **organic farmer/gardener**
  • **organic farming/horticulture**
  • The farm went fully organic 20 years ago.
  • Improve the soil by adding **organic matter**.
  • **organic compounds**
  • organic disease
  • the view of society as an organic whole
  • the organic growth of overseas markets

How to use Organic

Use 'organic' to describe food or products grown without synthetic chemicals. It's appropriate in health, environmental, and food contexts but might be less common in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'organic' like 'organ', something pure and natural.

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Collocations with Organic

Synonyms for Organic

Opposites of Organic

Common mistakes with Organic

  • Confused with 'biological' which has a different meaning.
  • Using 'organically' when 'organic' is needed.
  • Assuming all natural products are organic.

Compare Organic with Natural, Pure

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Frequently asked questions about Organic

What does Organic mean?

Something that comes from nature, without chemicals.

What is the definition of Organic?

produced or practised without using artificial chemicals

How do you use Organic in a sentence?

**organic cheese/vegetables/wine**, etc.

Can you give another example of Organic?

an **organic farmer/gardener**

What are synonyms for Organic?

Common alternatives include natural, pure, unprocessed, untreated.

What is the opposite of Organic?

Opposite meanings include synthetic, artificial.

What words go with Organic?

It commonly pairs with be, become, go, completely, fully, totally, buy organic.

What are common mistakes when using Organic?

Confused with 'biological' which has a different meaning. Using 'organically' when 'organic' is needed. Assuming all natural products are organic.

How do you pronounce Organic?

US: /["/ɔːrˈɡænɪk/"]/, UK: /["/ɔːˈɡænɪk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Organic?

Use 'organic' to describe food or products grown without synthetic chemicals. It's appropriate in health, environmental, and food contexts but might be less common in everyday conversation.

What CEFR level is Organic?

"Organic" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.