Definition

Not good for health; harmful or unhealthy.

Example

The insalubrious conditions in the old building made many residents sick.

Conversation

Have you noticed how insalubrious the air feels in that part of town?

Yeah, I felt a bit sick after walking through there the other day.

I think it's because of all the factories nearby; it's really concerning.

Absolutely, we should avoid that area as much as possible for our health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Insalubrious is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "salubris" (from Latin, meaning healthful or wholesome). The word describes something that is not healthful or detrimental to health.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'healthful' ('salubris') to remember that insalubrious means something that is not good for your health.

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