infertile

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfɜːrtaɪl/

Definition

Unable to produce offspring or vegetation.

Examples

• The couple sought medical advice after discovering they were infertile.

• Years of over-farming left the once-lush valley completely infertile.

• Many hybrid plants are intentionally bred to be infertile so they cannot spread in the wild.

Synonyms of infertile

Words with a similar meaning to infertile:

• barren
• unproductive
• sterile
• unfruitful

Antonyms of infertile

Words with the opposite meaning to infertile:

• fertile
• productive

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