Ecological — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌē-kə-ˈlä-ji-kəl/ eco·log·i·cal

Meaning & Definition of Ecological

Ecological (adjective)

  1. of or relating to the science of ecology
  2. of or relating to the environments of living things or to the relationships between living things and their environments
  3. of or relating to human ecology

Word Forms of Ecological

Derived words: ecologically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Ecological

First known use: 1879

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Ecological

Frequently Asked Questions about Ecological

What does "Ecological" mean?

"Ecological" means of or relating to the science of ecology. As an adjective, it is defined as: of or relating to the science of ecology. It has 3 distinct senses.

Is "Ecological" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ecological" is an adjective.

Is "Ecological" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Ecological" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Ecological"?

"Ecological" is pronounced /ˌē-kə-ˈlä-ji-kəl/ and divided into syllables as eco·log·i·cal.

What is the origin of the word "Ecological"?

First known use: 1879.

What CEFR level is "Ecological"?

"Ecological" is a C1-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

What topics is "Ecological" used in?

"Ecological" is commonly used in topics such as Weather & Nature.

What words are derived from "Ecological"?

Words derived from "Ecological" include ecologically (adverb).