unsanitary
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for unsanitary, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Dirty and likely to spread disease; not hygienic.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use unsanitary
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unsanitary conditions
unsafe and unsanitary
Etymology
From un- ("not") plus sanitary.
Full origin of unsanitary →Frequently asked questions
What does “unsanitary” mean?
The word “unsanitary” means dirty and likely to spread disease; not hygienic. In plain terms, dirty enough to be a health hazard.
How do you use “unsanitary” in a sentence?
Here is “unsanitary” used in a sentence: “Inspectors shut the restaurant down over unsanitary conditions.”
What part of speech is “unsanitary”?
“Unsanitary” is an adjective.