nonconference

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈkɒnfərəns/

KK: /nɑnˈkɒnfərəns/

adjective

Definition

Describing something that is not part of a specific athletic conference.

Example

The team played a nonconference game against a rival school.

Conversation

Did you catch the last game?

Yeah, it was exciting, but I prefer nonconference matches sometimes.

Really? Why's that?

I think they allow teams to explore different styles of play.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

independent

unaffiliated

isolated

Antonyms

conference

affiliated

connected

Root Explanation

Nonconference → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "conference" (from Latin "conferentia", meaning bringing together). The word "nonconference" refers to something that is not a gathering or meeting where discussions or decisions are made.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being used to describe something that is a 'bringing together' ('conferentia') — that's why nonconference means it is not a meeting or gathering.

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