Environment - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt|  American pronunciation of the word environment
Brit.  |ɪnˈvaɪrənm(ə)nt|  British pronunciation of the word environment

noun

- the totality of surrounding conditions
he longed for the comfortable environment of his living room
- the area in which something exists or lives (syn: environs, surround, surroundings)

Extra examples

He grew up in a loving environment.

We're trying to create a better business environment.

These animals were raised in a controlled environment.

Many plants are unable to survive in such a harsh environment.

Heredity and environment are both important.

Pollution is bad for the environment.

Our first task was to improve the physical environment (=buildings, furniture etc) in the school.

Young children often feel happier in the home environment.

The company had failed to provide a safe environment for its workers.

Border Environment Cooperation Commission

Schools are required by law to provide a safe learning environment.

We have a responsibility to protect the environment.

We need to respect the environment.

He fights for the protection of the environment.

She introduced legislation for protecting the environment.

Word forms

noun
singular: environment
plural: environments
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