sustainability

Meaning

The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.

The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources.

The ability to maintain or support a process continuously over time without depleting resources or causing harm.

Example Sentences

Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.

Sustainability is key in modern development practices.

Plastic pollution threatens environmental sustainability.

Synonyms

durability, continuity, viability, environmental balance, eco-friendliness, long-term viability

Entry 1

durability, continuity

Entry 2

viability, continuity

Entry 3

environmental balance, eco-friendliness, long-term viability

Antonyms

unsustainability, instability, environmental damage

Entry 1

unsustainability, instability

Entry 2

instability, unsustainability

Entry 3

unsustainability, environmental damage