Dictionary entryCEFR C1adjective
unsustainable
IPA pronunciation: /ˌʌnsəˈsteɪnəbl/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
неустойчивый, нежизнеспособный
English definition
Not able to be maintained at the current rate or level, especially in terms of resources or environment.
Example
The current rate of consumption is unsustainable for the planet.
Collocations
- unsustainable development
- unsustainable levels
- become unsustainable
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