1. An environment or surroundings contaminated with harmful substances, pollutants, or waste that negatively affect air, water, or soil quality
The children suffered respiratory problems due to the polluted environment.
As crianças sofreram problemas respiratórios devido ao ambiente poluído.
2. Any space or setting degraded by pollution, whether urban, industrial, or natural
Workers in the factory faced health risks from the polluted environment.
Os trabalhadores da fábrica enfrentavam riscos à saúde pelo ambiente poluído.