B2adjective 2K

Sustainable

🇬🇧 UK /["/səˈsteɪnəbl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/səˈsteɪnəbl/"]/

Meaning of Sustainable

involving the use of natural products and energy in a way that does not harm the environment

In simple words: Able to be maintained or continued without harming the environment.

Sustainable in a sentence

• sustainable forest management
• an environmentally sustainable society
• This type of farming is simply not sustainable any more.
• sustainable economic growth
• Unfortunately, this level of output is not sustainable.

How to use Sustainable

Commonly used in discussions about the environment, business practices, and development. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in casual conversations if it doesn't fit the topic.

Grammar pattern

sustainable + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'sustain' and 'able'; you can 'sustain' something good.

Related words

Collocations with Sustainable

• sustainable development
• sustainable practices
• sustainable energy
• sustainable agriculture
• sustainable living

Synonyms for Sustainable

• eco-friendly
• renewable
• green
• environmentally friendly
• viable

Opposites of Sustainable

• unsustainable
• destructive
• nonrenewable

Common mistakes with Sustainable

• Confused with 'sustain' which means to keep something going.
• Using it incorrectly as an adverb (should be used as an adjective).
• Mixing up 'sustainable' with 'sustained' which has a different meaning.

Frequently asked questions about Sustainable

What does Sustainable mean?

Able to be maintained or continued without harming the environment.

What is the definition of Sustainable?

involving the use of natural products and energy in a way that does not harm the environment

How do you use Sustainable in a sentence?

sustainable forest management

Can you give another example of Sustainable?

an environmentally sustainable society

What are synonyms for Sustainable?

Common alternatives include eco-friendly, renewable, green, environmentally friendly, viable.

What is the opposite of Sustainable?

Opposite meanings include unsustainable, destructive, nonrenewable.

What words go with Sustainable?

It commonly pairs with sustainable development, sustainable practices, sustainable energy, sustainable agriculture, sustainable living.

What are common mistakes when using Sustainable?

Confused with 'sustain' which means to keep something going. Using it incorrectly as an adverb (should be used as an adjective). Mixing up 'sustainable' with 'sustained' which has a different meaning.

How do you pronounce Sustainable?

US: /["/səˈsteɪnəbl/"]/, UK: /["/səˈsteɪnəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sustainable?

Commonly used in discussions about the environment, business practices, and development. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in casual conversations if it doesn't fit the topic.

What CEFR level is Sustainable?

"Sustainable" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.