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nonbiodegradable
This term carries a strong negative environmental connotation, typically associated with pollution, waste management, and ecological persistence. It describes materials that resist natural decay, creating a sense of permanence and sterility that contrasts with the organic cycle of life and death.
In technical and scientific discourse, it is used to categorize synthetic polymers and certain heavy metals. In a social or political context, it often serves as a critique of consumerism and the long-term impact of industrial manufacturing on the biosphere.
Meanings
Examples
Most conventional plastics are nonbiodegradable and persist in the environment for centuries.
Most conventional plastics are nonbiodegradable and persist in the environment for centuries.
We should stop using these nonbiodegradable foam cups immediately.
We should stop using these nonbiodegradable foam cups immediately.
The ocean is filling up with nonbiodegradable debris that harms marine life.
I wonder how much nonbiodegradable waste we actually produce in a single day.
The scientist explained that certain synthetic polymers are completely nonbiodegradable.
Why are we still using nonbiodegradable packaging for something so simple?
Landfills are overflowing with nonbiodegradable materials that will never decay.
Landfills are overflowing with nonbiodegradable materials that will never decay.
The company decided to replace its nonbiodegradable shipping peanuts with cornstarch alternatives.