Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
untenable situation
phrase
/ʌnˈtɛnəbl sɪˈtʃuːeɪʃən/
Definition
A circumstance that cannot be maintained or defended due to its inherent flaws or challenges.
Examples
- The company found itself in an untenable situation when its main supplier went bankrupt.
- Politically, the government faces an untenable situation due to public outcry over recent policies.
Meaning
An untenable situation refers to a state of affairs that cannot logically or practically continue without significant problems.
Synonyms
- unsustainable condition
- impossible situation
- indefensible scenario
