pollution (Meaning)

Wordnet

pollution (n)

undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities

the state of being polluted

the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors

Webster

pollution (n.)

The act of polluting, or the state of being polluted (in any sense of the verb); defilement; uncleanness; impurity.

The emission of semen, or sperm, at other times than in sexual intercourse.

pollution Sentence Examples

  1. Air pollution from vehicles has significantly reduced visibility in urban areas.
  2. Industrial activities contribute heavily to water pollution, damaging aquatic ecosystems.
  3. Plastic waste is a major source of pollution, threatening marine life and coastal environments.
  4. Noise pollution from construction sites can cause sleep disturbances and stress.
  5. Deforestation has contributed to air pollution by reducing the number of trees that absorb carbon dioxide.
  6. Improper waste disposal practices lead to soil pollution, contaminating our agricultural land.
  7. Excessive use of pesticides and herbicides in farming practices can result in pollution of the water supply.
  8. Light pollution from urban areas disrupts natural ecosystems and affects wildlife behavior.
  9. The burning of fossil fuels releases harmful pollutants into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.
  10. Reducing pollution requires collective action, including sustainable practices, waste management, and energy conservation.

FAQs About the word pollution

undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities, the state of being polluted, the a

contamination, pollutant, adulteration,contaminant, uncleanness, soilage, impurity, toxin,defilement, uncleanliness

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Air pollution from vehicles has significantly reduced visibility in urban areas.

Industrial activities contribute heavily to water pollution, damaging aquatic ecosystems.

Plastic waste is a major source of pollution, threatening marine life and coastal environments.

Noise pollution from construction sites can cause sleep disturbances and stress.