A2 adjective Neutral #455 most common

environmental

/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmentl/

Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.

Examples

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1

We should use paper bags instead of plastic to reduce environmental damage.

We should use paper bags instead of plastic to reduce environmental damage.

2

The ministry is implementing strict environmental regulations for all new factories.

The ministry is implementing strict environmental regulations for all new factories.

3

I'm looking for some environmental tips to help me save energy at home.

I'm looking for some environmental tips to help me save energy at home.

Word Family

Noun
environment
Adverb
environmentally
Adjective
environmental
Related
environmentalist
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Memory Tip

Think of the word 'Environment' and add '-al' like 'Natural.' If it's about the world around us, it's environmental.

Quick Quiz

Cars have a huge ________ impact because they produce a lot of CO2.

Correct!

The correct answer is: environmental

Examples

1

We should use paper bags instead of plastic to reduce environmental damage.

everyday

We should use paper bags instead of plastic to reduce environmental damage.

2

The ministry is implementing strict environmental regulations for all new factories.

formal

The ministry is implementing strict environmental regulations for all new factories.

3

I'm looking for some environmental tips to help me save energy at home.

informal

I'm looking for some environmental tips to help me save energy at home.

4

The paper discusses the environmental consequences of global warming on polar regions.

academic

The paper discusses the environmental consequences of global warming on polar regions.

5

Our corporate strategy includes a clear plan for improving our environmental performance.

business

Our corporate strategy includes a clear plan for improving our environmental performance.

Word Family

Noun
environment
Adverb
environmentally
Adjective
environmental
Related
environmentalist

Common Collocations

environmental protection environmental protection
environmental impact environmental impact
environmental issues environmental issues
environmental awareness environmental awareness
environmental pollution environmental pollution

Common Phrases

environmental footprint

environmental footprint

environmental factor

environmental factor

environmental science

environmental science

Often Confused With

environmental vs environment

Environment is a noun (the place), while environmental is an adjective (describing the place).

environmental vs ecological

Ecological is often more scientific, focusing on the relationship between living things and their surroundings.

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Usage Notes

This word is almost always used before a noun (attributive position) to describe what kind of issue, policy, or impact something is.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use the noun 'environment' when they need the adjective 'environmental,' for example saying 'environment problems' instead of 'environmental problems.'

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Memory Tip

Think of the word 'Environment' and add '-al' like 'Natural.' If it's about the world around us, it's environmental.

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Word Origin

Derived from the French 'environ,' meaning 'around' or 'surroundings,' plus the suffix '-al' which forms adjectives.

Grammar Patterns

Usually placed before a noun. No comparative or superlative form (we rarely say 'more environmental').
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Cultural Context

In many modern cultures, 'environmental' is associated with 'going green' and social responsibility.

Quick Quiz

Cars have a huge ________ impact because they produce a lot of CO2.

Correct!

The correct answer is: environmental

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