B1adjective 2K

Environmental

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmentl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmentl/"]/

Meaning of Environmental

connected with the natural conditions in which people, animals and plants live; connected with the environment

In simple words: Related to the natural world and how it is affected by human activity.

Environmental in a sentence

• The environmental impact of plastic pollution is devastating.
• Many environmental organizations are working to protect endangered species.
• She pursues an environmental career focused on renewable energy.
• Environmental awareness has increased significantly in recent years.
• The environmental laws in our country need to be stricter.

How to use Environmental

Use 'environmental' when discussing topics like pollution, conservation, or sustainability. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings.

Grammar pattern

environmental + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'environmental' as 'involving the environment' to help remember its meaning.

Related words

Collocations with Environmental

• environmental impact
• environmental issues
• environmental science
• environmental awareness
• environmental protection

Synonyms for Environmental

• ecological
• green
• sustainable
• natural
• conservationist

Opposites of Environmental

• artificial
• man-made

Common mistakes with Environmental

• Mixing up 'environmental' with unrelated adjectives like 'economic'.
• Using 'environmental' as a noun instead of an adjective.
• Confusing 'environmental' with 'environmentally' which is an adverb.

Frequently asked questions about Environmental

What does Environmental mean?

Related to the natural world and how it is affected by human activity.

What is the definition of Environmental?

connected with the natural conditions in which people, animals and plants live; connected with the environment

How do you use Environmental in a sentence?

The environmental impact of plastic pollution is devastating.

Can you give another example of Environmental?

Many environmental organizations are working to protect endangered species.

What are synonyms for Environmental?

Common alternatives include ecological, green, sustainable, natural, conservationist.

What is the opposite of Environmental?

Opposite meanings include artificial, man-made.

What words go with Environmental?

It commonly pairs with environmental impact, environmental issues, environmental science, environmental awareness, environmental protection.

What are common mistakes when using Environmental?

Mixing up 'environmental' with unrelated adjectives like 'economic'. Using 'environmental' as a noun instead of an adjective. Confusing 'environmental' with 'environmentally' which is an adverb.

How do you pronounce Environmental?

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

When should I use Environmental?

Use 'environmental' when discussing topics like pollution, conservation, or sustainability. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings.

What CEFR level is Environmental?

"Environmental" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.