ecological — relating to ecology or the environment; concerned with the relation of living organisms to their environment
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to ecology or the environment; concerned with the relation of living organisms to their environment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌiːkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
Example Sentences
- My mom's ecological cleaning products are so gentle that even the germs feel bad about leaving.
- The ecological impact of plastic bags on marine life is devastating.
- He drives an electric car because he wants to reduce his ecological footprint, but he still charges it with coal power.
ecological
ADJECTIVE[/ˌiːkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/]
relating to ecology or the environment; concerned with the relation of living organisms to their environment
The students observed ecological relationships in the rainforest during their field trip.
Ecological knowledge helps us protect the environment more effectively. (🌿 Nature + 🔄 Balance → Ecological)
The students explored ecological systems, studied biological processes, and reached logical conclusions.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'oikos' meaning 'house' or 'dwelling,' combined with the suffix '-logy' meaning 'study of.' The term emerged in the late 19th century as the scientific study of organisms in their habitats became formalized.
Breakdown
eco- (from Greek oikos, house/environment) + -logical (from -logia, study of) = ecological
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's ecological cleaning products are so gentle that even the germs feel bad about leaving.”
“The ecological impact of plastic bags on marine life is devastating.”
“He drives an electric car because he wants to reduce his ecological footprint, but he still charges it with coal power.”
“The school started an ecological garden project to teach students about sustainable living.”
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