Definition of environmentalism Environmentalism

/ɛnvajˈɹʌnmɛˌntʌlɪˌzʌm/ - [envayrunmentulizum] - en•vi•ron•men•tal•ism

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What does environmentalism mean?

Noun Plural: environmentalisms
environmentalism - the activity of protecting the environment from pollution or destruction
		saving, preservation the activity of protecting something from loss or danger
environmentalism - the philosophical doctrine that environment is more important than heredity in determining intellectual growth
		philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory a doctrine accepted by adherents to a philosophy

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environmentalism (Noun)
A political and social ideology that seeks to prevent the environment from degradation by human activity.

Environmentalism is both a philosophy and a social movement that is about protecting nature. Environmentalists often talk about threats to the earth from pollution, and overpopulation. Environmentalism is both personal and political. In their own lives, environmentalists do things that are better for the earth, such as recycling, using natural products, and supporting businesses that are environmentally friendly. Politically, they support laws that help the environment, like regulations on pollution.