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unhealthy

[uhn-hel-thee]

adjective

unhealthier, unhealthiest 
  1. not in a state of good or normal health; in an unsound, weak, or morbid condition.

    Synonyms: sickly
  2. symptomatic of or resulting from bad health.

    an unhealthy pallor.

  3. not conducive to good health; unhealthful.

    Night air was formerly considered unhealthy.

  4. morally bad, harmful, or contaminating.

    unhealthy examples for the young.

  5. dangerous; risky.

    Asking questions in this neighborhood can be unhealthy.



unhealthy

/ ʌnˈhɛlθɪ /

adjective

  1. characterized by ill-health; sick; unwell

  2. characteristic of, conducive to, or resulting from ill-health

    an unhealthy complexion

    an unhealthy atmosphere

  3. morbid or unwholesome

  4. informal,  dangerous; risky

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • unhealthily adverb
  • unhealthiness noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of unhealthy1

First recorded in 1585–95; un- 1 + healthy
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Example Sentences

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If the more stylish partner sees themselves as superior because of the way they look, and "weaponises" their sense of style, this could lead to an unhealthy power dynamic, she continues.

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Advocates for detainees are drawing attention to what they describe as unhealthy conditions, including in the state’s newest detention center.

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OpenAI the creator of ChatGPT says that its latest model has shown improvements in areas like avoiding unhealthy levels of emotional reliance and sycophancy.

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In fact, these oils contain a low amount - 5-10% - of unhealthy saturated fats and are high in healthier mono- and polyunsaturated fats.

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There is evidence to suggest restrictions on the promotion and sale of unhealthy products can have an impact.

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