| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| eutrophic | (adjective) (ecology) of a lake or other body of water rich in nutrients and subject to eutrophication | - |
| eutrophication | (noun) excessive nutrients in a lake or other body of water, usually caused by runoff of nutrients (animal waste, fertilizers, sewage) from the land, which causes a dense growth of plant life; the decomposition of the plants depletes the supply of oxygen, leading to the death of animal life | - |