Definition

Adverb: - In a way that relates to the natural world and the impact of human activity on its condition: "Environmentally" describes actions, products, or processes considered in terms of their effects on the environment, including ecosystems, natural resources, and overall ecological health. - With regard to ecological concerns: It indicates that something is done or considered from the perspective of environmental protection and sustainability.

Usage Examples

• Adverb:
  • The company claims its new packaging is environmentally responsible. (The company states its packaging is designed with consideration for the environment.)
  • We need to think environmentally when planning urban development. (We must consider ecological impact during urban planning.)
  • The product was designed to be environmentally benign. (The product was created to have minimal harmful impact on the environment.)

Advanced Usage

• "Environmentally conscious/aware": Describes a person, company, or policy that is mindful of and concerned about protecting the environment.
  • She is an environmentally conscious consumer who avoids single-use plastics.
• "Environmentally sustainable": Refers to methods of using resources that do not deplete or permanently damage them, allowing for long-term ecological balance.
  • The farm practices environmentally sustainable agriculture.

Variants and Related Words

• Environmental (adjective): Relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on it.
  • Environmental science, environmental protection.
• Environment (noun): The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates; the natural world, especially as affected by human activity.
  • A polluted environment, a work environment.

Synonyms

• Ecologically: In a way that relates to ecology or the environment.
  • An ecologically sound practice.
• Greenly (less common): In an environmentally friendly manner.

Related Phrases

• Environmentally friendly (also eco-friendly): Not harmful to the environment.
  • They switched to environmentally friendly cleaning products.
• Environmentally damaging/harmful: Causing damage or harm to the environment.
  • Deforestation is an environmentally damaging practice.

Adverb

1. for the environment
   • the new recycling policy is environmentally safe