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Added 8 October 2026

unhealthy

/ʌnˈhɛl.θi/ adjective

In Latin: aeger, aegrotus Wiktionary

adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about unhealthy at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

Not in or exhibiting good health in body or mind.
unhealthy ulcers
Detrimental to health.
Not conducive to good health.
an unhealthy diet of fast foods

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