eco-conscious

adjective

eco-con·​scious ˈē-kō-ˌkän(t)-shəs How to pronounce eco-conscious (audio)
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: marked by or showing concern for the environment
eco-conscious consumers

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As interest in eco-conscious landscaping grows, more homeowners turn to living fences for privacy, beauty, and biodiversity. Debbie Wolfe, Popular Science, 8 May 2025 Genuine eco-conscious brands prioritize deeds, not buzzwords. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 More than ever, clients are asking for native plants, pollinator-friendly species and eco-conscious growing practices. Tammy Sons, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 Fabric liners, on the other hand, are more eco-conscious and can be machine washed. Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eco-conscious

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eco-conscious was in 1972

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“Eco-conscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eco-conscious. Accessed 14 May. 2025.

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