Definition

Not having a specific direction or orientation; not limited to a particular path or course.

Example

The nondirectional signal can be received from any angle.

Conversation

I just got a new antenna for my radio.

Oh nice! Is it nondirectional?

Yeah, it picks up signals from all directions without any adjustments.

That sounds really convenient for listening to music anywhere!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nondirectional → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "directional" (from Latin "directio" meaning direction). The word "nondirectional" means not having a specific direction or orientation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'directional' relating to direction — so nondirectional means not having a specific direction.

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