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Pollute

Verb / pʌˈlu:t / Another word for pollute — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make something dirty or harmful to the environment

Synonyms & similar words

foul contaminate contaminate defile taint corrupt adulterate infect foul spoil soil dirty smudge stain befoul debase impair damage ruin worsen poison venom

Example sentences

  1. The factory was fined for polluting the air.
  2. Littering can pollute the environment.
  3. Oil spills can pollute the ocean and harm marine life.
  4. Using pesticides can pollute the soil and water.
  5. Throwing trash on the ground can pollute the streets.

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  • We are living on this planet as if we had another one to go to. - Terry Swearingen
  • “What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another.” - Chris Maser
  • “There is no such thing as ‘away’. When we throw anything away it must go somewhere.” - Annie Leonard

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