B1adjectiveenvironment
US/ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.təl/
UK/ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.təl/
connected with the natural world and how human activity affects it
In context
Plastic waste is one of the biggest environmental problems in our cities.
The factory was closed after breaking environmental laws for years.
Before building the airport, the government ordered an environmental impact study.
Words that go with environmental
adjective + noun
- environmental protectionEnvironmental protection should be part of every business plan.
- environmental impactFlying has a much bigger environmental impact than taking the train.
- environmental issuesYoung people care deeply about environmental issues.
- environmental damageThe oil spill caused serious environmental damage along the coast.
- environmental pollutionTraffic is the main cause of environmental pollution in big cities.
- environmental awarenessSchools are trying to raise environmental awareness among children.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Our city has many environment problems.Correct: Our city has many environmental problems.