Vocabulary List N°439 v.0.3 with 29 entries in one chapter with 17 definitions and 12 examples. Updated at Oct 17, 2026.
π️ 1. Head Definitions
- Britannica: environment 1 |n| the conditions that surround someone or something. (From The Britannica Dictionary. Oct 17, 2026.)
- Britannica: environment 2 |n| the conditions and influences that affect the growth, health, progress, etc., of someone or something. (From The Britannica Dictionary. Oct 17, 2026.)
- Britannica: environment 3 |n| the natural world. (From The Britannica Dictionary. Oct 17, 2026.)
- Cambridge: environment 1 |n| the air, water, and land in or on which people, animals, and plants live. (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "Certain chemicals have been banned because of their damaging effect on the environment.". (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "We're not doing enough to protect the environment from pollution." (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "The radiation leak has had a disastrous effect on the environment. (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "We must ensure that tourism develops in harmony with the environment." (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- 'We won't invest in any company that pollutes the environment." (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "A dangerous amount of radioactivity was released into the environment last month.
- "It would be better for the environment if more people used bikes rather than cars." (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- Cambridge: environment 2 |n| the conditions that you live or work in and the way that they influence how you feel or how effectively you can work. (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "Working environment The office is quite briht and airy - it's a pleasant working environment." (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "Home environment As a parent you try to create a stable home environment." (From Cambridge Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- Chat GPT: environment 1 |n| environment means everything around us, including the air, water, land, plants, animals, and people. (From Chat GPT. Oct 16, 2026.)
- Chat GPT: environment 2 |n| the environment is the world around us and the things that affect our lives. (From Chat GPT. Oct 16, 2026.)
- Collins: environment |vn| (variable noun): someone's environment is all the circumstances, people, things, and events around them that influence their life.
- "Pupils in our schools are taught in a safe, secure environment." (From Collins Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "Our moral character is formed not by heredity but by environment." (From Collins Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- "The twins were separated at birth and brought up in entirely different environments." (From Collins Dictionary. Oct 16, 2026)
- Dictionary: environment 1 |n| external conditions or surroundings, esp those in which people live or work. (From dictionary.com. Oct 17, 2026.)
- Dictionary: environment 2 |n| ecology the external surroundings in which a plant or animal lives, which tend to influence its development and behaviour. (From dictionary.com. Oct 17, 2026.)
- Dictionary: environment 3 |n| the state of being environed; encirclement. (From dictionary.com. Oct 17, 2026.)
Dictionary: environment 4 |n| all of the biotic and abiotic factors that act on an organism, population, or ecological community and influence its survival and development. Biotic factors include the organisms themselves, their food, and their interactions. Abiotic factors include such items as sunlight, soil, air, water, climate, and pollution. Organisms respond to changes in their environment by evolutionary adaptations in form and behavior. (From dictionary.com. Oct 17, 2026.)
- Gemini: environment 1: The Natural World: |n| in a general sense, "the environment" refers to Earth's physical and biological system—including the air, water, land, soil, climate, and living organisms (biota). You can explore global protection efforts through the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. (From Gemini IA. Oct 16, 2026.)
- Gemini: environment 2: Social and Personal Conditions |n| on a human or psychological level, it means the immediate surroundings, culture, family, or workplace that shape a person's behavior and development (e.g., a "supportive home environment" or "competitive business environment"). (From Gemini IA. Oct 16, 2026.)
- Merriam Webster: environment |n|an environment is the sum of all external conditions, circumstances, and influences that surround and affect the growth, health, and survival of a living organism or system. ( (From Merriam Webster Dictionary. Oct 15, 2026).
- Oxford: environment 1 / inΛvΔ«rΙnmΙnt, ΙͺnΛvaΙͺrΙnmΙnt |n| the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates. (From Oxford Dictionary. Oct 15, 2026).
- "Survival in an often hostile environment." (From Oxford Dictionary. Oct 15, 2026).
- Oxford: environment 2 |n| (the environment) the natural world, as a whole or in a particular geographical area, especially as affected by human activity.(FF (From Oxford Dictionary. Oct 15, 2026).
- "The impact of pesticides on the environment [as modifier] a parliamentary environment committee. (From Oxford Dictionary. Oct 15, 2026).
- UNESCO: environment |n| the term "environment" refers to the surrounding conditions in which living organisms exist, encompassing both natural and human-made elements. It includes components such as air, water, soil, and biodiversity, which are essential for sustaining life. (From UNESCO. Oct 17, 2026.)
π️ 2. Environmental Isues
- global warming |n| the long-term increase in Earth's average temperature caused by human activities and the greenhouse effect. (From Google IA. Oct 17, 2026).
• Pollution: The introduction of harmful, poisonous, or toxic substances into the air, water, or soil.
• Deforestation: The large-scale removal or clearing of trees and forests for agricultural or commercial purposes.
• Greenhouse effect: The process where gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, warming the planet.
• Carbon footprint: The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by human actions.
• Fossil fuels: Natural energy sources such as coal, oil, and natural gas, formed from the remains of ancient organisms.
π± 3. Solutions & Sustainability
• Renewable energy: Clean energy collected from resources that naturally replenish themselves, like solar, wind, and hydro power.
• Sustainability: Actively meeting our current needs without damaging or depleting natural resources for future generations.
• Recycling: The process of collecting and converting waste materials into new, reusable objects.
• Conservation: The careful protection, preservation, and management of the natural environment and wildlife.
• Biodegradable: Capable of being decomposed naturally and safely by bacteria or other living organisms.
• Eco-friendly: Products, services, or practices that do not cause harm to the environment.
π️ 4. Nature & Ecosystems
• Ecosystem: A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
• Biodiversity: The wide variety of plant and animal life coexisting within a specific habitat or on Earth.
• Habitat: The specific natural home, environment, or surrounding area where a plant or animal lives.
• Endangered species: Any species of animal or plant that is at a serious risk of becoming extinct.
• Natural resources: Valuable materials and elements found in nature that humans extract and use.
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π️ 5. Nature & Ecosystems
• Biodiversity: The variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat.
• Ecosystem: A community of living things interacting with each other and their physical environment.
• Habitat: The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.
• Deforestation: The clearing or cutting down of forests on a large scale.
• Reforestation: The process of planting trees in an area that was previously forested.
π️ 6. Climate & Atmosphere
• Climate Change: Long-term shifts in global temperatures and weather patterns, largely driven by human activities.
• Global Warming: The gradual rise in the Earth's average temperature.
• Greenhouse Gases: Gases like carbon dioxide (CO₂) that trap heat in the atmosphere.
• Acid Rain: Rain that has become acidic due to industrial pollutants in the air.
• Ozone Layer: A region of Earth's upper atmosphere that protects life from the sun's ultraviolet rays.
π️ 7. Pollution & Waste
• Pollution: The introduction of harmful substances or contaminants into the air, water, or land.
• Carbon Footprint: The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, event, or organization.
• Toxic Waste: Unwanted or discarded material that can cause injury or death to living things.
• Biodegradable: Capable of being broken down naturally by bacteria or other living organisms without harming the earth.
• Waste Management: The organized practice of collecting, treating, and disposing of trash safely.
π️ 8. Sustainability & Conservation
• Conservation: The careful protection, management, and preservation of natural resources.
• Renewable Energy: Power generated from natural sources that replenish themselves, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric energy.
• Sustainability: Using natural resources at a rate that allows them to regenerate so future generations are not harmed.
• Recycling: Converting used materials, such as paper, plastic, and glass, into new objects.
• Compost: Decayed organic material used as a plant fertilizer to enrich the soil.
π️ 9. More Terms Related
- smog |n| fog or haze combined with smoke and other atmospheric pollutants: exhaust emissions are mainly responsible for the smog [count noun] the fires caused widespread smogs. (From Oxford Dictionary. Oct 17, 2026.)
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