Against nature

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In contradiction with the natural world or natural law.

These genetically modified crops are seen as against nature by some environmental campaigners.
Visual representation of "against nature" - In contradiction with the natural world or natural law.

Often appears as...

  • act against nature
  • crime against nature

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Disapproving

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Ethical Stance

Often used to express disapproval in ethical debates about science, like cloning.

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Cloning animals is against nature, it raises many ethical questions.
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Emotional Charge

Can carry a strong emotional weight, implying that something is not just unusual, but wrong.

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They said building a dam in the wildlife reserve was against nature.
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Environmental Concern

Common in discussions about human impact on the environment or ecosystems.

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Pouring waste into the ocean is an act that's against nature.
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