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untenable

[ʌnˈtɛnəb(ə)l]

untenable Definition

  • 1(especially of a position or view) not able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection
  • 2not able to be occupied

Using untenable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "untenable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The argument was clearly untenable and had no evidence to support it.

  • Example

    The building was declared untenable after the earthquake.

  • Example

    The company's financial situation is becoming increasingly untenable.

  • Example

    His position on the issue was untenable and he had to retract his statement.

untenable Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with untenable

  • a difficult or impossible situation that cannot be sustained

    Example

    The company was in an untenable situation and had to declare bankruptcy.

  • a stance or opinion that is indefensible or unsustainable

    Example

    The politician took an untenable position on the issue and lost support from his constituents.

  • untenable living conditions

    conditions that are not suitable for living or inhabiting

    Example

    The refugees were living in untenable conditions, with no access to clean water or sanitation facilities.

Origins of untenable

from Latin 'tenere' meaning 'to hold'

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Summary: untenable in Brief

The term 'untenable' [ʌnˈtɛnəb(ə)l] refers to a position or view that cannot be maintained or defended against attack or objection. It can also describe a place that is not able to be occupied. Examples include 'The argument was clearly untenable and had no evidence to support it.' and 'The building was declared untenable after the earthquake.' Phrases like 'untenable situation' and 'untenable position' denote difficult or impossible situations or opinions.