unwholesome

un·whole·some

adj \-ˈhōl-səm\

Definition of UNWHOLESOME

1

: detrimental to physical, mental, or moral well-being : unhealthy <unwholesome food> <unwholesome pastimes>

2

a : corrupt, unsound <shady unwholesome dealings> b : offensive to the senses : loathsome <the unwholesome stench>

— un·whole·some·ly adverb

Examples of UNWHOLESOME

1. He has an unwholesome fascination with death.
2. <health inspectors shut down several food stands that were using tainted and unwholesome meat>

First Known Use of UNWHOLESOME

13th century

Related to UNWHOLESOME

Synonyms: insalubrious, noisome, noxious, sickly, unhealthful, unhealthy

Antonyms: healthful, healthy

Related Words: germy, insanitary, unhygienic, unsanitary; nonnutritious; poisonous, toxic; fatal, lethal, mortal

Near Antonyms: hygienic, sanitary; nutritious

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