deforesting
The word “deforesting” has 4 syllables: de-for-est-ing
It's pronounced as /diˈfɔr.ɪ.stɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for deforesting?
In the thesaurus, “deforesting” has 15 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for deforesting along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for deforesting
- baring
- barking
- clearing
- defoliating
- denuding
- exposing
- flaying
- hulling
- husking
- paring
- scaling
- shelling
- shucking
- skinning
- stripping
Meanings of deforesting
- verb
- To clear (an area) of forest.
Example Sentences
- They are deforesting large areas to build new roads.
- The company was fined for deforesting without a permit.
- Deforesting the jungle threatens many endangered species.
- Farmers are deforesting the land to expand crop production.
- Environmental groups are protesting against deforesting practices in the region.
On this page you'll find 15 synonyms or another words to deforesting, such as: baring, barking, clearing, defoliating, denuding, exposing, flaying.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
defoliating
- baring
- barking
- clearing
- deforesting
- denuding
- exposing
- flaying
- hulling
- husking
- paring
- scaling
- shelling
- shucking
- skinning
- stripping