better than nothing vs sustainable

better than nothing

adj

  • Barely useful; almost worthless or pointless, but nevertheless better than having nothing at all. 

sustainable

adj

  • Able to be produced or sustained for an indefinite period without damaging the environment, or without depleting a resource; renewable. 

  • Able to be sustained. 

noun

  • A renewable energy source. 

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