Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unpotable

Adjective
/ʌnˈpoʊtəbl/
Definition
Not safe to drink; unsuitable for consumption as drinking water.
Examples
  • The river’s water was deemed unpotable due to industrial runoff.
  • Many rural areas face challenges with unpotable water sources.
Meaning
The term ‘unpotable’ describes water or other liquids that are contaminated or otherwise not safe for human consumption.
Synonyms
  • Unsafe
  • Contaminated
  • Dirty