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Definition of uneconomic

uneconomic

/ˌʌnˌɛkəˈnɑːmɪk/
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Adverb:uneconomically
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uneconomic Lexical Profile

uneconomic Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not profitable or financially viable; failing to generate enough revenue to cover costs or justify the investment of resources.

Example

"Rising fuel prices and declining passenger numbers eventually made the rural bus route uneconomic to operate."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Uneconomic' is often distinguished from 'uneconomical': 'uneconomic' typically refers to an enterprise or activity that fails to generate sufficient financial return to justify its cost, whereas 'uneconomical' more broadly means wasteful of time, money, or resources.

• Rhymes for uneconomic

• Nearby Words

uneasy
uneatable
uneaten
uneconomic
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unedited
uneducated

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uneconomic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 3, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uneconomic
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