inorganically

/ˌɪnɔrˈɡænɪkli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is not natural or not from living things; without the characteristics of living organisms.
    • The material was produced inorganically in a lab, not grown on a farm.
    • The soil was treated inorganically with synthetic fertilizers instead of compost.
    • Some scientists study how minerals form inorganically, without any biological processes.
  2. In a way that feels forced, artificial, or not naturally connected.
    • Her smile seemed inorganically wide, as if she was trying too hard to appear happy.
    • The two companies merged inorganically, with little cultural fit between them.
    • The dialogue in the movie felt inorganically inserted just to explain the plot.
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