C1 adjective 중립

biodegradable

/ˌbaɪ.əʊ.dɪˈɡreɪ.də.bəl/

Describes a substance or object that is capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms, thereby avoiding environmental pollution. In advanced contexts, it specifically refers to materials that can return to nature safely within a reasonably short period.

예시

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1

We started using biodegradable trash bags to reduce our household environmental footprint.

We started using biodegradable trash bags to reduce our household environmental footprint.

2

The municipality has mandated that all single-use catering supplies must be biodegradable.

The municipality has mandated that all single-use catering supplies must be biodegradable.

3

I think these coffee cups are biodegradable, so you can just toss them in the compost bin.

I think these coffee cups are biodegradable, so you can just toss them in the compost bin.

어휘 가족

명사
biodegradability
Verb
biodegrade
부사
biodegradably
형용사
biodegradable
관련
biodegradation
💡

암기 팁

Break it into parts: 'Bio' (living things like bacteria) + 'degrade' (break down) + 'able' (can be). Living things can break it down.

빠른 퀴즈

The company switched to ____ packaging to minimize its long-term impact on the local ecosystem.

정답!

정답은: biodegradable

예시

1

We started using biodegradable trash bags to reduce our household environmental footprint.

everyday

We started using biodegradable trash bags to reduce our household environmental footprint.

2

The municipality has mandated that all single-use catering supplies must be biodegradable.

formal

The municipality has mandated that all single-use catering supplies must be biodegradable.

3

I think these coffee cups are biodegradable, so you can just toss them in the compost bin.

informal

I think these coffee cups are biodegradable, so you can just toss them in the compost bin.

4

The study investigates the metabolic pathways through which microorganisms break down biodegradable polymers in anaerobic conditions.

academic

The study investigates the metabolic pathways through which microorganisms break down biodegradable polymers in anaerobic conditions.

5

Investing in biodegradable packaging has significantly enhanced our corporate social responsibility profile.

business

Investing in biodegradable packaging has significantly enhanced our corporate social responsibility profile.

어휘 가족

명사
biodegradability
Verb
biodegrade
부사
biodegradably
형용사
biodegradable
관련
biodegradation

자주 쓰는 조합

biodegradable waste biodegradable waste
biodegradable packaging biodegradable packaging
biodegradable plastic biodegradable plastic
biodegradable materials biodegradable materials
biodegradable detergents biodegradable detergents

자주 쓰는 구문

100% biodegradable

100% biodegradable

biodegradable and compostable

biodegradable and compostable

certified biodegradable

certified biodegradable

자주 혼동되는 단어

biodegradable vs compostable

While all compostable materials are biodegradable, not all biodegradable materials are compostable; the latter must break down into nutrient-rich soil in specific settings.

biodegradable vs recyclable

Recyclable materials are processed by humans to be reused, whereas biodegradable materials decompose naturally via biological agents.

📝

사용 참고사항

The term is widely used in environmental science and marketing to signal that a product will not persist in the environment. It is typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often use 'degradable' interchangeably with 'biodegradable', but 'degradable' can refer to chemical or physical breakdown (like by sunlight), whereas 'biodegradable' requires living organisms.

💡

암기 팁

Break it into parts: 'Bio' (living things like bacteria) + 'degrade' (break down) + 'able' (can be). Living things can break it down.

📖

어원

Derived from the Greek 'bios' (life) combined with the English 'degradable' (from Latin de- 'down' + gradus 'step'), first appearing in the mid-20th century.

문법 패턴

Used typically as an adjective modifying a noun. Does not usually take comparative or superlative forms (rare to say 'more biodegradable').
🌍

문화적 맥락

In contemporary Western society, the 'biodegradable' label is a powerful tool for 'green marketing' driven by consumer concern over plastic pollution.

빠른 퀴즈

The company switched to ____ packaging to minimize its long-term impact on the local ecosystem.

정답!

정답은: biodegradable

관련 단어

buckram

B2

To stiffen a fabric using a coarse cloth called buckram, or metaphorically, to provide a rigid, formal, or artificial structure to something. It describes the process of making an object or an idea appear more solid and less flexible than it naturally is.

buckskin

B2

Describes items made from the soft, yellowish-tan leather of a male deer or sheep, or refers to the specific pale yellowish-brown color of this leather. It is frequently used in the context of historical clothing, outdoor gear, and horse coat colors.

buckteeth

B2

Upper front teeth that protrude significantly outward over the lower lip, often due to jaw alignment or dental conditions. This physical trait is commonly associated with specific facial structures and is frequently addressed through orthodontic treatment.

buddha

B2

Used as a modifier to describe something that possesses qualities of enlightenment, supreme peace, or detached wisdom. It often refers to a state of being calm and unbothered by external chaos or emotional distress.

buddhism

B2

Buddhism is a major world religion and philosophical system founded in India over 2,500 years ago by Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. It focuses on personal spiritual development, the attainment of deep insight into the true nature of life, and the elimination of suffering through the path to enlightenment.

buddhist

B2

A Buddhist is a person who follows the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. The term also functions as an adjective to describe things, practices, or art related to the religion and philosophy of Buddhism.

buddy

B2

To pair or partner someone with another person, typically to provide support, guidance, or safety in a professional or educational environment. As a verb, it often implies a formal or semi-formal arrangement where a more experienced person assists a newcomer.

budge

B2

To move slightly or to change a decision, opinion, or position. It is most frequently used in negative constructions to indicate that someone is being stubborn or that an object is physically stuck.

budgerigar

B2

A small, long-tailed, seed-eating parrot that is native to Australia and often kept as a pet. It is typically green and yellow with black markings in the wild, though domestic varieties come in many colors.

budgetary

B2

Relating to or concerned with a plan for spending money or a budget. It is frequently used to describe financial limits, allocations, or the process of managing available funds within an organization or government.

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