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biodiversity

noun
ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

Meaning

The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
The variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat.

Example Sentences

Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.

Biodiversity is crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems.

Biodiversity loss threatens food security.

Synonyms

ecosystem variety, genetic diversity, species richness, ecological diversity, biological variety, ecosystem variation
Entry 1
ecosystem variety, genetic diversity, species richness
Entry 2
ecological diversity, biological variety
Entry 3
ecosystem variation, species richness, genetic diversity

Antonyms

extinction, uniformity, homogeneity, monoculture, degradation
Entry 1
extinction, uniformity, homogeneity
Entry 2
monoculture, uniformity
Entry 3
extinction, homogeneity, degradation

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