environmentally
environmentally — adverb
1. with regard to the natural world and the effect of people's actions on it
with regard to the natural world and the effect of people's actions on it
Joaquín gave up single-use plastic bags for a more environmentally friendly option.
collocation: environmentally friendly
The city council hired Sumin to check that all new buildings are environmentally safe.
collocation: environmentally safe
Jessica picked a wooden toy for her son as an environmentally responsible choice.
Environmentally, Hassan's plan to plant trees along the street will help cool the city.
sentence adverb at clause start
- environmentally friendly
- environmentally safe
- environmentally responsible
- environmentally sustainable
- environmentally conscious
- ecologically
More narrowly about ecosystems and biodiversity; 'environmentally' is broader, covering pollution, resources, waste, etc.
Grammar Patterns
environmentally + adjective (friendly, safe, responsible, sustainable)
sentence adverb at start of clause
Usage Note
Typically modifies adjectives such as 'friendly,' 'safe,' 'responsible,' 'sustainable,' and 'conscious.' Can also be placed at the beginning of a clause to frame the topic (sentence adverb use).