Conservation

Pronunciation: /ˌkɑːnsərˈveɪʃən/

Conservation (noun)

  1. The act of protecting and preserving natural resources and the environment.
  2. The careful use of energy to prevent waste.
  3. The process of maintaining and protecting artworks or historical items.

Examples

  • Conservation of forests helps maintain biodiversity.
  • Efforts in wildlife conservation are crucial for endangered species.

Common collocations: wildlife conservation, forest conservation, conservation efforts, energy conservation, conservation measures

Synonyms of Conservation

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Conservation

  • when discussing the opposite of protection
  • when discussing the opposite of care