B2 noun Neutre

extinction

/ɪkˈstɪŋk.ʃən/

Extinction is the state or process of a species, family, or larger group being or becoming extinct, meaning it no longer has any living members. It can also refer to the act of making something, such as a fire, a feeling, or a practice, cease to exist.

Exemples

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Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

2

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

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Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

Famille de mots

Nom
extinction
Verb
extinguish
Adjectif
extinct
Apparenté
extinguisher
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Astuce mémo

Think of a fire extinguisher. It 'extinguishes' (kills) the fire. Extinction is when the 'fire' of a whole species is put out forever.

Quiz rapide

The loss of tropical rainforests is driving many rare birds to the point of ______.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : extinction

Exemples

1

Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

everyday

Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

2

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

formal

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

3

Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

informal

Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

4

The Permian-Triassic extinction event resulted in the loss of over 90% of marine species.

academic

The Permian-Triassic extinction event resulted in the loss of over 90% of marine species.

5

Companies that fail to innovate risk extinction in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace.

business

Companies that fail to innovate risk extinction in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace.

Famille de mots

Nom
extinction
Verb
extinguish
Adjectif
extinct
Apparenté
extinguisher

Collocations courantes

mass extinction mass extinction
face extinction face extinction
on the brink of extinction on the brink of extinction
drive to extinction drive to extinction
threat of extinction threat of extinction

Phrases Courantes

verge of extinction

verge of extinction

extinction rebellion

extinction rebellion

level of extinction

level of extinction

Souvent confondu avec

extinction vs distinction

Distinction refers to a difference or contrast between things, while extinction refers to the end of a species.

extinction vs extermination

Extermination is the deliberate killing of a group (like pests), whereas extinction is the general state of being gone forever.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word primarily in scientific or environmental contexts to describe the death of a species. It can also be used metaphorically in business or sociology to describe the disappearance of outdated ideas or technologies.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often confuse the noun 'extinction' with the adjective 'extinct'. For example, they might incorrectly say 'the species is extinction' instead of 'the species is extinct'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a fire extinguisher. It 'extinguishes' (kills) the fire. Extinction is when the 'fire' of a whole species is put out forever.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin 'extinguere', which means to quench, wipe out, or put out a fire.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable when referring to specific historical events (e.g., 'five mass extinctions'). Uncountable when referring to the general concept or threat.
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Contexte culturel

The term is central to modern discussions about the 'Sixth Mass Extinction' and climate change activism.

Quiz rapide

The loss of tropical rainforests is driving many rare birds to the point of ______.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : extinction

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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