environmental

Related to the natural world and the ways people affect land, air, water, plants, and animals.

• We discussed environmental problems at school.
• The factory caused serious environmental damage.
• What environmental policies has the government introduced?

Similar words: ecological

Common phrases: environmental protection, environmental damage, environmental issues, environmental concerns

Related to the conditions around a person or thing, which can affect its life or development.

• Noise is an environmental factor that affects sleep.
• The study examined genetic and environmental influences on learning.
• Different environmental conditions can change how these plants grow.

Common phrases: environmental factors, environmental conditions, environmental influences