Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unsanitary

Adjective
/ʌnˈsænɪtɛri/
Definition
Not clean or hygienic; likely to cause disease.
Examples
  • The unsanitary kitchen was closed by health inspectors.
  • Living in unsanitary conditions can lead to serious health issues.
  • The unsanitary conditions of the public restroom caused a lot of complaints.
Meaning
Referring to conditions that are dirty and can lead to health problems.
Synonyms
  • Unhygienic
  • Dirty
  • Filthy
  • Unclean