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biodegradable Antonyms

Opposite of biodegradable

Pinning down the opposite of biodegradable requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Capable of being decomposed by bacteria, fungi, or other living organisms and thereby avoiding environmental pollution.

Usage Example

"The grocery store switched from conventional plastic bags to nonbiodegradable packaging made from plant starch."

Strongest
nonbiodegradable
non-biodegradable
nondegradable
Strong
imperishable

Similar words to biodegradable

Words similar to biodegradable shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

decomposable
degradable
compostable
eco-friendly
environmentally friendly
See all synonyms of biodegradable

• Nearby Words

binomial
bio
biochemical
biodegradable
biodegradation
biodiesel
biodiverse

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Biodegradable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/biodegradable
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