reforestation

Meaning

The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.

The process of replanting an area with trees.

Example Sentences

Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.

Reforestation helps restore biodiversity and combat climate change.

Reforestation helps combat climate change by absorbing carbon.

Synonyms

replanting, regrowth, tree planting, forest restoration, afforestation

Entry 1

replanting, regrowth

Entry 2

tree planting, forest restoration, afforestation

Entry 3

replanting, forest restoration, afforestation

Antonyms

deforestation, destruction, land clearing, tree cutting, desertification, land degradation

Entry 1

deforestation, destruction

Entry 2

deforestation, land clearing, tree cutting

Entry 3

deforestation, desertification, land degradation