untenable

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈtɛnəbəl/

Definition

Impossible to maintain, defend, or continue because of serious flaws or changing circumstances.

Examples

• The living conditions in the overcrowded apartment became untenable during the heatwave.

• His position on the board became untenable after the scandal was exposed to the public.

• The military outpost was deemed untenable due to its lack of supplies and exposed location.

Synonyms of untenable

Words with a similar meaning to untenable:

• weak
• unsound
• indefensible
• unsustainable

Antonyms of untenable

Words with the opposite meaning to untenable:

• defensible
• sustainable

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