인위적
Not occurring naturally; created, caused, or influenced by human activity or intervention.
Examples
3 of 5이 호수는 자연적으로 생긴 것이 아니라 인위적으로 만들어졌다.
This lake was not created naturally but was made artificially.
인위적인 환경 조성이 생태계에 미치는 영향을 연구했다.
The study researched the impact of creating artificial environments on the ecosystem.
정부의 인위적인 시장 개입은 부작용을 낳을 수 있다.
Artificial market intervention by the government can produce side effects.
Word Family
Memory Tip
In (Human) + Wi (Act). Acting by humans.
Quick Quiz
이번 홍수는 자연재해가 아니라 ____ 배수로 공사 때문이라는 주장이 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 인위적인
Examples
이 호수는 자연적으로 생긴 것이 아니라 인위적으로 만들어졌다.
everydayThis lake was not created naturally but was made artificially.
인위적인 환경 조성이 생태계에 미치는 영향을 연구했다.
academicThe study researched the impact of creating artificial environments on the ecosystem.
정부의 인위적인 시장 개입은 부작용을 낳을 수 있다.
businessArtificial market intervention by the government can produce side effects.
인위적인 미소보다는 자연스러운 표정이 더 보기 좋습니다.
formalA natural expression looks better than an artificial smile.
저 꽃은 인위적인 향기가 나서 별로야.
informalThat flower has an artificial scent, so I don't like it much.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
인위적으로 조절하다
to adjust artificially
인위적인 요인
artificial factor
인위적 선택
artificial selection
Often Confused With
'인공적' is usually for physical man-made things (like light), while '인위적' includes human behavior, intervention, and abstract manipulation.
Usage Notes
Often carries a slightly negative or critical nuance, implying that something is 'forced' or 'unnatural'.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it to mean 'fake' in a casual way like a fake bag (use '가짜' or '모조품').
Memory Tip
In (Human) + Wi (Act). Acting by humans.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 人爲的 (human + act + suffix).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
이번 홍수는 자연재해가 아니라 ____ 배수로 공사 때문이라는 주장이 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 인위적인
Related Vocabulary
More environment words
지속 가능하다
B2Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level. In modern contexts, it often refers to environmental sustainability—conserving an ecological balance by avoiding depletion of natural resources.
고갈되다
B2To be completely used up or exhausted, so that nothing remains. Often used for natural resources, funds, or human energy.
재생에너지
B2Energy from a source that is not depleted when used, such as wind or solar power.
대기오염
B2The presence in or introduction into the air of a substance which has harmful or poisonous effects.
재생가능하다
B2Able to be used again or replaced naturally so that it is never finished or used up; specifically referring to energy sources.
배출하다
B2To emit, discharge, or release substances (like gas or waste); also used metaphorically to produce talented people.
감축하다
B2To reduce or cut down the quantity, volume, or size of something, often used for budgets, personnel, or emissions.
배출
B2The act of sending out or releasing substances such as gas, heat, or waste into the environment. It is a critical term in discussions about climate change and pollution.
대기
B1The envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet. It is essential for describing air pollution and environmental issues in IELTS.
지속성
B2The quality of being able to continue over a long period of time without interruption or weakening.
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