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adjective un·health·ful \ ˌən-ˈhelth-fəl also -ˈheltth- \

Definition of unhealthful

:harmful to health of body or mind :unhealthy 1
  • unhealthful levels of water pollution
  • an unhealthful diet
  • an unhealthful tendency to worry

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unhealthful Synonyms

Synonyms
insalubrious, noisome, noxious, sickly, unhealthy, unwholesome
Antonyms
healthful, healthy
Related Words
germy, insanitary, unhygienic, unsanitary; nonnutritious; poisonous, toxic; fatal, lethal, mortal
Near Antonyms
hygienic, sanitary; nutritious

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adjective un·health·ful \ -ˈhelth-fəl \

medical Definition of unhealthful

:detrimental to good health
  • unhealthful working conditions
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unhealthfulness

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