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Word entry · 9 letters

untenable

Best crossword clue

"Won't hold up"

9 letters · collected on this word page

9 lettersPart of speech adjectiveSorted abeelnntuStarts with UEnds with E1 cluesCommon crossword word
1U2N3T4E5N6A7B8L9E

Definitions

  1. (of theories etc.) incapable of being defended or justified

Word origin

From un- + tenable.

Used in a sentence

  • The theory of cold fusion was untenable.
  • They are seeking to escape from the unpleasant implications of an untenable status dilemma. They desire but cannot afford a prestigious social status.
  • The rumors about Anderson nevertheless placed Glasgow in an untenable social position, for close friends either suspected or knew of their engagement.

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