Definition

Describing a body of water that has a lot of nutrients, which helps plants and algae grow quickly, but can also lead to problems like low oxygen levels for other living things.

Example

The eutrophic lake was filled with green algae, making it difficult for fish to survive.

Conversation

Did you hear about the lake nearby?

Yeah, I heard it’s really eutrophic this year.

That's interesting! I wonder how that affects the fish there.

It probably makes it harder for them to survive due to the low oxygen levels.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eutrophic → It is formed from "eu-" (from Greek "eu", meaning good or well) and "trophic" (from Greek "trophikos", meaning relating to nourishment or feeding). The word "eutrophic" describes waters that are rich in nutrients, promoting healthy growth of aquatic life.

Memory Tip

Think of 'good' ('eu-') nourishment ('trophic') to remember that 'eutrophic' refers to waters that are well-nourished and support abundant life.

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