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degradable Antonyms

Opposite of degradable

Because the opposite of degradable shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Capable of being chemically or biologically broken down into simpler, smaller compounds over time.

Usage Example

"The packaging company switched to nondegradable materials to reduce the volume of long-term landfill waste."

Strongest
nondegradable
Strong
indestructible
imperishable

• adjective (Context 2)

Susceptible to being lowered in quality, value, rank, or functional performance.

Usage Example

"The optical coating proved durable under prolonged exposure to intense ultraviolet radiation."

Strong
durable
stable

Similar words to degradable

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

decomposable
biodegradable
compostable
perishable
corrodible
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