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untenable Synonyms

Another word for untenable

Choosing another word for untenable depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Not able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection (especially of a position, argument, or theory).

Usage Example

"Once the new scientific evidence emerged, the researcher's original hypothesis became completely indefensible."

Strongest
indefensible
unsustainable
Strong
unjustifiable
insupportable
unworkable
unviable
unsound
flawed
Weak
shaky

• adjective (Context 2)

Impossible to continue, endure, or occupy due to severe difficulties or adverse conditions (of a situation, role, or physical location).

Usage Example

"Rising operational costs and supply shortages created an unsustainable situation for the small bakery."

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unsustainable
unworkable
Strong
intolerable
unbearable
impossible
unmanageable
unlivable

Opposites of untenable

The opposite of untenable shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

tenable
defensible
sustainable
justifiable
workable
manageable
viable
tolerable
See all opposites of untenable

• Nearby Words

untellable
untempered
untempted
untenable
untenably
untended
untenured

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Untenable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/untenable
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