♻️

sustainability

noun
səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

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

Related Vocabularies

the expanse of air over the Earth, often appearing blue
the coldest season of the year, typically from December to February in the Northern Hemisphere
the continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure or area
a small or moderate amount of something, especially something valuable or desirable
A person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat
a person who believes in the existence of a supreme being but rejects organized religion

Explore More