Definition

Referring to individuals who do not have any physical or mental disabilities.

Example

The event was designed to be inclusive for both disabled and nondisabled participants.

Conversation

I think it’s great that there are more opportunities for nondisabled people these days.

Absolutely! It really helps everyone feel included.

Yeah, it’s important to support both nondisabled and disabled individuals.

Exactly, inclusion benefits our whole community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nondisabled → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "disabled" (from Old French *desabler*, meaning to disable or make unable). The word "nondisabled" means not disabled or able-bodied.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'unable' ('disabled') to remember that 'nondisabled' refers to someone who is able-bodied.

Visually Confused Words