What is another word for Nuclear Wastes?
Pronunciation: [njˈuːkli͡ə wˈe͡ɪsts] (IPA) 
Nuclear wastes refer to the leftover radioactive materials from different nuclear activities, which pose a threat to human health and the environment if not adequately managed. To avoid negative connotations associated with the term 'nuclear wastes,' various alternative expressions can be used to refer to the same material discreetly. Some synonyms for nuclear wastes include the following: Radioactive or nuclear material, radioactive waste, spent fuel, depleted uranium, used fuel, radioactive byproduct material, low-level radioactive waste, ionizing wastes, and radioactive contamination. By using different words to describe the same material, it is possible to avoid causing unnecessary alarm or fear among people while still discussing the radioactive hazards appropriately.
