antihygienic

/ˌæntaɪˈhaɪdʒɪnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by a lack of concern for hygiene or health

“The antihygienic conditions in the old factory posed a significant risk to the workers’ health.”

2. noun

a lack of concern for hygiene or health

“The company’s antihygienic practices led to a major public outcry.”

3. adverb

in an unhygienic manner

“The doctor scolded the nurse for handling the patient antihygienically.”

Synonyms

  • unclean
  • unhygienic
  • unsanitary

Antonyms

  • clean
  • hygienic
  • sanitary