Definition

This word describes information that is not private or secret and can be shared openly without restrictions.

Example

The report contains nonconfidential data that can be accessed by anyone.

Conversation

Did you hear about the report they released?

Yeah, I did. It was mostly nonconfidential information, right?

Exactly! I think they wanted to keep things transparent.

That makes sense. Transparency is always a good strategy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonconfidential → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "confidential" (from Latin "confidentialis", meaning entrusted or private). The word "nonconfidential" means not private or not entrusted with confidentiality.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'private' ('confidential') to remember that 'nonconfidential' refers to information that is not private.

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