Biophilia

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /baɪ.oʊˈfɪli.ə/

Definitions of biophilia

noun a love of life and the living world; the affinity of human beings for other life forms

Example Sentences

A1 Biophilia is the love of nature and living things.

A2 Many people feel a strong connection to biophilia when they are surrounded by greenery.

B1 Biophilia can have a positive impact on mental health and well-being.

B2 Architects often incorporate biophilia into their designs to create a more natural and calming environment.

C1 Research has shown that exposure to biophilia can reduce stress levels and improve cognitive function.

C2 Biophilia has become a popular concept in urban planning as a way to promote sustainability and human well-being.

Examples of biophilia in a Sentence

formal Biophilia is the innate human tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life.

informal I feel a strong biophilia whenever I am surrounded by greenery and wildlife.

slang Dude, I totally vibe with biophilia - nature just makes me feel alive!

figurative Her love for animals and plants goes beyond mere interest; it's like she has a deep biophilia within her soul.

Grammatical Forms of biophilia

past tense

biophiled

plural

biophilias

comparative

more biophilic

superlative

most biophilic

present tense

biophiles

future tense

will biophile

perfect tense

have biophiled

continuous tense

is biophiling

singular

biophilia

positive degree

biophilic

infinitive

to biophile

gerund

biophiling

participle

biophiled

Origin and Evolution of biophilia

First Known Use: 1973 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The term 'biophilia' was coined by psychoanalyst Erich Fromm in his book 'The Anatomy of Human Destructiveness' in 1973.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe the innate connection between humans and nature, the term 'biophilia' has evolved to encompass a broader concept of the human affinity for living things and natural environments.