noncontractual

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒn.kənˈtræk.tʃu.əl/

KK: /nɑnˈkɒntræktʃuəl/

adjective

Definition

This word describes something that is not related to or does not involve a contract.

Example

The agreement was considered noncontractual, meaning it was not legally binding.

Conversation

I just signed a noncontractual agreement for the project.

Oh, really? What does that mean exactly?

It means I can back out if things don't go as planned.

That sounds smart; it's good to have some flexibility.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

informal

voluntary

unofficial

Antonyms

binding

mandatory

contractual

Root Explanation

Noncontractual → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "contractual" (from Latin "contractus", meaning drawn together or agreed upon). The word "noncontractual" means not related to or not governed by a contract.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'contractual' referring to agreements — so noncontractual means something that is not part of an agreement.

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