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Ecology

Verb / ɪˈkɑ:lʌdʒi: / / i:ˈkɑ:lʌdʒi: / Another word for ecology — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ecology is the study of how living things interact with each other and their environment.

Synonyms & similar words

environmentalscience bionomics biology environmentalism environmentalism

Synonyms by register

Formal

environmental science bionomics ecologics

Literary

nature's balance the web of life natural order

Antonyms

disregard neglect exploitation destruction domination interference

Common collocations

  • human ecology
  • social ecology
  • urban ecology
  • deep ecology
  • ecology movement
  • ecology studies
  • ecology research

Word family

noun ecology
adjective ecological
adverb ecologically

Usage note

Ecology refers to the scientific study of the relationships between living organisms and their environment. It is often used more broadly to discuss environmental issues.

Example sentences

  1. Ecology helps us understand how animals and plants live together.
  2. The ecology of the rainforest is very complex.
  3. The scientist's job is to study ecology and teach others about it.
  4. The study of ecology is important for protecting the environment.
  5. Ecology involves studying both living and nonliving things in an environment.

Quotes

  • In nature, nothing exists alone. - Rachel Carson
  • The ecology of the planet can't be changed without changing the economic system. - Mikhail Gorbachev
  • The ecology of mind is a metaphor. - Gregory Bateson

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