Environment
11 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates. Encompasses the natural world, social settings, and atmospheric conditions.
“Protecting the environment has become a global priority for governments and organisations.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪnˈvaɪə.rən.ment/
Syllables
en·vi·ron·ment
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Wordle
Contains four E's and three N's. The pattern ENVI starts the word with -RONMENT ending.
Scrabble
Worth 16 points base value. The V (4 points) and M (3 points) make it valuable on premium squares.
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