EIA
|E-I-A|
B2
/ˌiː.aɪˈeɪ/
assessment or administration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'EIA' originates from the abbreviation of 'Environmental Impact Assessment' and 'Energy Information Administration'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'EIA' was adopted as a standard abbreviation in environmental and energy sectors.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to specific assessments or administrations, but now it is widely recognized as a standard abbreviation in related fields.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
environmental Impact Assessment, a process of evaluating the likely environmental impacts of a proposed project or development.
The EIA for the new highway project was completed last month.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/16 10:21