environmental
- 01 B1 Intermediate
adj.relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals.
adj.pertaining to the natural world and the impact of human activity on its ecosystems.
Simple“The government is introducing new environmental laws to protect the local forests.”
In context“The environmental impact of the proposed dam was debated for months by local activists and government engineers.”
UsageAlways used before a noun.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.designed to protect the planet or cause as little damage as possible.
adj.intended to minimize damage to the natural environment; often used as a synonym for 'green' or 'sustainable'.
Simple“Many people prefer to buy environmental products even if they cost a bit more.”
In context“The company rebranded its cleaning line to highlight its environmental benefits, focusing on biodegradable ingredients and recycled packaging.”
UsageCommonly used in marketing and policy contexts.
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
n.the physical conditions like temperature or space where computer equipment is kept.
n.physical factors relating to the environment in which hardware is operated, such as temperature, humidity, or rack space.
Simple“The technician checked the room's environmentals to make sure the servers wouldn't overheat.”
In context“Before the new data centre went live, the engineers spent a week monitoring the environmentals to ensure optimal airflow across the server racks.”
UsageUsually used in the plural form 'environmentals'.
Synonyms
Usage environmental impact · environmental conditions · environmental groups
From environment + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.