🌍environmental degradation

noun
ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən

Meaning

The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources and destruction of ecosystems.

Example Sentences

Environmental degradation threatens biodiversity.

Synonyms

ecological destruction, environmental harm

Antonyms

environmental improvement

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