Synonyms of pollution

pollution

noun

1

as in contamination

the action or process of making the environment dirty or harmful

The company designed devices to reduce the pollution of the world's oceans.

Related Words

• contamination
• pollutant
• contaminant
• adulteration
• defilement
• uncleanness
• toxin
• uncleanliness
• poison
• dirtiness
• impurity
• soilage
• foulness
• filthiness
• adulterant

2

as in corruption

something that makes (someone) less pure, honest, or moral

They refused to let their children play violent video games, believing that they caused pollution in a developing mind.

Related Words

• corruption
• contamination
• violation
• cursing
• insult
• swearing
• profanity
• sin
• debasement
• affront
• trespass
• desecration
• blasphemy
• sacrilege
• impiety
• defilement
• irreverence
• profanation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pollution

In California, which is required to reduce methane emissions 40% below 1990 levels by 2030, landfills are responsible for about 41% of methane pollution. — Blanca Begert, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Repurposing leftover materials can reduce pollution, conserve resources and lower the amount of material dumped into landfills or waterways. — Edward D. Melillo, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2026

Heatwaves drive heatstroke, dehydration, and other health conditions; rising air pollution from haze causes respiratory conditions; floods and natural disasters cause injury while disrupting the day-to-day operations of hospitals and clinics. — Mitch New, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026

High pollution levels can cause breathing problems, and eye or throat irritation especially for vulnerable people. — ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026