🌿conservation

noun
/ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃən/

Meaning

the protection and preservation of natural resources and the environment
The protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity.
The action of conserving something, in particular preservation, protection, or restoration of the natural environment and of wildlife.

Example Sentences

Conservation of forests is essential to prevent climate change.

Conservation of forests is crucial for climate stability.

Conservation efforts aim to protect endangered species.

Example Expressions

conservation of energy

Synonyms

preservation, protection, care, maintenance, safeguarding, upkeep, sustainability
Entry 1
preservation, protection, care, maintenance, safeguarding
Entry 2
preservation, protection, safeguarding, maintenance, upkeep, care
Entry 3
preservation, protection, sustainability

Antonyms

destruction, neglect, waste, exploitation, depletion, consumption, degradation
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destruction, neglect, waste
Entry 2
neglect, destruction, waste, exploitation, depletion, consumption
Entry 3
destruction, exploitation, degradation

Collocations

wildlife conservation, water conservation, forest conservation, energy conservation

More Example Sentences

Maintaining a balance between environmental conservation and economic growth is a major challenge.

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