biodiversity
noun C1
Plain meaning
the variety of plants, animals, and other living things in an area
Exam-register meaning
the diversity of species, ecosystems, and genetic life forms within a particular environment
In context
generalThe forest has rich biodiversity.
examDeforestation threatens biodiversity by destroying habitats and reducing species populations.
Common collocations
protect biodiversityloss of biodiversitybiodiversity conservation
Watch out
Biodiversity is usually uncountable. Say 'loss of biodiversity', not 'loss of biodiversities'.
Word family
biodiverse (adjective)biodiversity (noun)