adjective

ecological

ecological, environmental

We must consider the ecological impact.

We must consider the ecological impact.

They promote ecological farming methods.

They promote ecological farming methods.

((an ecological)) ((noun)) relating to ecology or the environment. We must consider the ecological impact.

Synonyms: environmental, green, sustainable; Antonyms: polluting, harmful

From 'ecology' + '-ical'. Ecology is from Greek 'oikos' (house) + '-logia' (study of). Literally, 'the study of our house (Earth)'.

Think of 'eco' as in 'economy' and 'ecology' - both relate to managing our 'house' (oikos).

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