natural state

• État d'une chose tel qu'il est à l'origine ou par nature, sans modification, influence extérieure ou intervention humaine. Peut aussi désigner l'état normal ou spontané d'un être ou d'une substance, par opposition à un état artificiel ou transformé.

The original or inherent condition of something, unaffected by external forces, artificial changes, or human intervention.

1. Original conditionB2formal

   The condition of something in its original, unaltered, or unprocessed form.

   état naturel

   • The forest remains in its natural state, untouched by development.
   • The artifact was found in its natural state, buried in the earth.
   • They prefer to eat food in its natural state, without preservatives.

2. Innate characterB2formal

   The inherent or fundamental nature of a person or thing, without external influence.

   état naturel

   • In his natural state, he is calm and thoughtful.
   • The natural state of water is liquid at room temperature.
   • The artist captured the natural state of the landscape.