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Vocabulary Entry
unrenewable
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Not able to be renewed; referring to resources that cannot be replenished naturally or quickly.
Example Sentences
"The country's energy policy is heavily reliant on unrenewable sources like coal and oil."
"Consumers are becoming more aware of the negative effects of unrenewable resources on the environment."
"He argued that investing in unrenewable energy is unsustainable for future generations."
N
noun
A resource that cannot be replaced or renewed naturally in a short period of time.
Example Sentences
"Fossil fuels are considered unrenewables, taking millions of years to form."
"The depletion of unrenewables is a significant concern for environmentalists worldwide."
"Many industries are moving away from unrenewables to avoid future shortages."