Insanitary — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)in-ˈsa-nə-ˌter-ē/ in·san·i·tary

Meaning & Definition of Insanitary

Insanitary (adjective)

  1. unclean enough to endanger health, contaminated

Insanitary (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in unsanitary, unhygienic

    similar: germy, unhygienic, unsanitary, insalubrious, noisome, noxious, sickly, unhealthful, unhealthy, unwholesome, nonnutritious, poisonous, toxic, fatal, lethal, mortal
    opposite: healthful, healthy, hygienic, sanitary, nutritious

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Insanitary

The most common words with a similar meaning to Insanitary:

germy, unhygienic, unsanitary, insalubrious, noisome, noxious, sickly, unhealthful, unhealthy, unwholesome, nonnutritious, poisonous, toxic, fatal, lethal, mortal

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Insanitary

Words with the opposite meaning of Insanitary:

healthful, healthy, hygienic, sanitary, nutritious

Word Forms of Insanitary

Derived words: insanitation (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Insanitary

First known use: 1848

Frequently Asked Questions about Insanitary

What does "Insanitary" mean?

"Insanitary" means unclean enough to endanger health, contaminated. As an adjective, it is defined as: unclean enough to endanger health, contaminated.

What is another word for "Insanitary"?

Other words for "Insanitary" include germy, unhygienic, unsanitary, insalubrious, noisome, noxious, sickly and unhealthful. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Insanitary" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Insanitary"?

There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Insanitary". Common alternatives include germy, unhygienic, unsanitary, insalubrious, noisome, noxious, sickly, unhealthful, unhealthy and unwholesome.

What is the opposite of "Insanitary"?

Antonyms of "Insanitary" include healthful, healthy, hygienic, sanitary and nutritious.

Is "Insanitary" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Insanitary" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Insanitary"?

"Insanitary" is pronounced /(ˌ)in-ˈsa-nə-ˌter-ē/ and divided into syllables as in·san·i·tary.

What is the origin of the word "Insanitary"?

First known use: 1848.

What is another word for "Insanitary" meaning "as in unsanitary, unhygienic"?

When "Insanitary" (adjective) means as in unsanitary, unhygienic, synonyms include germy, unhygienic, unsanitary, insalubrious, noisome and noxious. Opposites in this sense include healthful, healthy, hygienic and sanitary.