Environment
extinction
noun
Definition
The permanent disappearance of a species from Earth.
In a sentence
“Many amphibians are facing extinction due to climate change and habitat loss.”
Synonyms
dying outeliminationdisappearance
Common collocations
- threat of extinction
- mass extinction
- extinction event
More from Environment
biodiversity
noun
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or on Earth.
ecosystem
noun
A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
deforestation
noun
The clearing or removal of trees from a forest, typically for agriculture or industry.
conservation
noun
The protection and preservation of the natural environment, species, or resources.