polluted area
/pəˈljuːtɪd ˈɛrɪə/ · pol·lu·t·ed ar·e·a
noun
- A region contaminated by pollutants, such as industrial waste, chemicals, or other hazardous substances. The government designated the polluted area as a hazardous zone, restricting public access.
- A location where environmental pollution has occurred, often resulting in harm to human health or ecosystems. The polluted area near the factory was a major concern for local residents, who demanded stricter regulations.
Synonyms
contaminated areahazardous zoneenvironmental disastertoxic sitepolluted regionecological disasterchemical spillindustrial wasteland
Antonyms
Did you know? The term 'polluted area' gained significant attention in the 1970s, following the publication of Rachel Carson's book 'Silent Spring', which highlighted the devastating effects of environmental pollution on ecosystems and human health.