nondiabetic
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˌnɒnˈdaɪəˌbɛtɪk/
KK: /nɑnˈdaɪəˌbɛtɪk/
adjective
Definition
Referring to a person or condition that does not have diabetes.
Example
The nondiabetic patients showed better blood sugar levels after the treatment.
Conversation
I heard you started a new diet recently.
Yeah, I'm trying to eat healthier and stay nondiabetic.
That sounds like a good plan! Are you finding it hard to stick to it?
Not really, I've found some great recipes that are both tasty and nondiabetic!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
healthy
normal
noninsulin
Antonyms
noun
Definition
A person who does not have diabetes.
Example
Many nondiabetics can enjoy sweets in moderation without health issues.
Conversation
I found out my friend is a nondiabetic and can eat whatever he wants.
That must be nice! I wish I could eat like that too.
Yeah, it makes me a bit jealous sometimes.
Root Explanation
Nondiabetic → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "diabetic" (from Greek "diabetes", meaning siphon or to pass through, referring to the condition of diabetes). The word "nondiabetic" means not having diabetes or not related to diabetes.
Memory Tip
Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'diabetic' relating to diabetes — so nondiabetic refers to someone who does not have diabetes.
Visually Confused Words
diabetic