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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From Ali’s perspective, this story is a quintessential Black ‘Dena story: eco-conscious, family orientated, spiritually vibrant, and lively — even in death. Keyaira Kelly, refinery29.com, 16 Jan. 2025 Consumers today are demanding packaging that’s both stylish and eco-conscious. Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 14 Jan. 2025 This shift toward greener practices is also seen as a competitive advantage, as companies look to enhance their corporate social responsibility profiles and appeal to increasingly eco-conscious consumers and stakeholders. To Quang Duy, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025 By partnering with providers that share their eco-conscious values, Guide to Iceland enables travelers to explore responsibly. Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for eco-conscious 

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 28 Jan. 2025.

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