environmentalism
noun
en·vi·ron·men·tal·ism in-ˌvī-rə(n)-ˈmen-tə-ˌli-zəm 
-ˌvī(-ə)r(n)-
1
: a theory that views environment rather than heredity as the important factor in the development and especially the cultural and intellectual development of an individual or group
2
: advocacy of the preservation, restoration, or improvement of the natural environment
especially : the movement to control pollution
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Gallery is offering the Arlington community thought-provoking art in a new exhibit that explores themes surrounding climate change, environmentalism, and social justice. 
Katie Mogg, BostonGlobe.com, 25 July 2022 Since Karen and Kate met minds 15 years ago, the two have bonded over a shared passion for wellness, environmentalism, and clean beauty. Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 14 May 2022 The catastrophe also inspired a day to reflect and learn about environmentalism — Earth Day. Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2022 The humble straw that became a flashpoint in the broader battle over environmentalism continues to evolve. Elliot Lewis, NBC News, 30 July 2022 Only 6% of those surveyed said environmentalism factored into their decision. Fortune, 29 July 2022 Apart from nationalism, Abe helped politicize other aspects of contemporary Shinto, such as environmentalism. Kaitlyn Ugoretz, The Conversation, 18 July 2022 Such extraterrestrial environmentalism provoked indignant responses from many of Brand’s readers. Benjamin Kunkel, The New Republic, 14 June 2022 Aim to keep environmentalism a core part of your brand's story. Shane Barker, Forbes, 7 June 2022 See More
Katie Mogg, BostonGlobe.com, 25 July 2022 Since Karen and Kate met minds 15 years ago, the two have bonded over a shared passion for wellness, environmentalism, and clean beauty. Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 14 May 2022 The catastrophe also inspired a day to reflect and learn about environmentalism — Earth Day. Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2022 The humble straw that became a flashpoint in the broader battle over environmentalism continues to evolve. Elliot Lewis, NBC News, 30 July 2022 Only 6% of those surveyed said environmentalism factored into their decision. Fortune, 29 July 2022 Apart from nationalism, Abe helped politicize other aspects of contemporary Shinto, such as environmentalism. Kaitlyn Ugoretz, The Conversation, 18 July 2022 Such extraterrestrial environmentalism provoked indignant responses from many of Brand’s readers. Benjamin Kunkel, The New Republic, 14 June 2022 Aim to keep environmentalism a core part of your brand's story. Shane Barker, Forbes, 7 June 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1917, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing environmentalism
Medical Definition
environmentalism
noun
en·vi·ron·men·tal·ism -ˌvī-rən-ˈment-ᵊl-ˌiz-əm, -ˌvī(-ə)rn-
: a theory that views environment rather than heredity as the important factor in the development and especially the cultural and intellectual development of an individual or group