Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstræktɪvɪzəm/
noun a political and economic system that focuses on the extraction of natural resources for profit, often at the expense of the environment and local communities
A1 Extractivism is the practice of extracting natural resources from the earth for profit.
A2 Some communities rely on extractivism as their main source of income.
B1 The environmental impacts of extractivism are a topic of concern for many activists.
B2 Government policies often support extractivism as a way to boost the economy.
C1 Critics argue that extractivism leads to the exploitation of both natural resources and local communities.
C2 There is ongoing debate about the long-term sustainability of extractivism in the modern world.
formal The government's policies on extractivism have sparked debate among environmentalists.
informal Some people believe that extractivism is harmful to the planet.
slang I heard that extractivism is a big no-no in the eco-friendly community.
figurative Extractivism is like taking the lifeblood out of the earth without giving anything back.
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