illth

/ɪlθ/

Definitions

1. noun

a measure of the negative impact of human activity on the environment, analogous to the concept of ‘wealth’ for material goods.

“The economist argued that our society’s illth from pollution and climate change far outweighs its wealth in technological advancements.”

Synonyms

  • harm
  • unwellness

Antonyms

  • prosperity
  • wellbeing