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untenable Definition and Meaning in English (untenable definition)

adjective
Synonyms:indefensibleunsustainableinsupportable
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Untenable definition: Describing a position, argument, or situation that cannot be defended or maintained against criticism or attack.

Definitions of Untenable

  1. 1adjective(formal)

    Describing a position, argument, or situation that cannot be defended or maintained against criticism or attack.

Example Sentences

formal

“His argument became untenable when new evidence emerged.”

business

“The company's financial position was untenable, leading to its collapse.”

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noununtenability
adjectivetenable

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Untenable definition: Describing a position, argument, or situation that cannot be defended or maintained against criticism or attack.
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