Word
veganism
Phoneticsve·g·an·ism
UK/vˈiːɡənˌɪzəm/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. a way of living without eating or using anything from animals, like meat, milk, eggs, or leather. People often choose it to protect animals, health, or the environment.
n. abstention from animal products in diet, clothing, and other areas of life, typically motivated by ethical, environmental, or health concerns.
Examples
“She follows veganism for health and ethical reasons.”
“He switched to veganism last year after learning about factory farming and its impact on the climate.”
“Her interest in veganism grew from concern for animal welfare into a broader study of food systems, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture.”
Examples
simple
“She follows veganism for health and ethical reasons.”
contextual
“He switched to veganism last year after learning about factory farming and its impact on the climate.”
complex
“Her interest in veganism grew from concern for animal welfare into a broader study of food systems, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “veganism” in context.
Verb
01. adopt veganism
“She decided to adopt veganism after watching a documentary on factory farming.”
verb + noun
02. convert to veganism
“He converted to veganism after learning about animal welfare issues.”
verb + prep + noun
03. embrace veganism
“More athletes are embracing veganism to improve recovery and performance.”
verb + noun
04. follow veganism
“He has followed veganism for three years for health reasons.”
verb + noun
Adjective
05. ethical veganism
“Many young people choose ethical veganism to protect animals and the environment.”
adj + noun
06. mainstream veganism
“Supermarkets have responded to mainstream veganism with wider plant-based ranges.”
adj + noun
07. modern veganism
“Modern veganism is often linked to climate action and healthy eating.”
adj + noun
Noun
08. benefits of veganism
“The health benefits of veganism are often debated by nutritionists.”
noun + prep + noun
09. principles of veganism
“The core principles of veganism go beyond diet to avoid animal exploitation.”
noun + prep + noun
10. adopt veganism for ethical reasons
“She adopted veganism for ethical reasons after visiting an animal sanctuary.”
11. health benefits of veganism
“Researchers continue to study the health benefits of veganism.”
12. promote ethical veganism
“The campaign promotes ethical veganism on university campuses nationwide.”
Etymology
From vegan + -ism.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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