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
