nondormant

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈdɔːmənt/

KK: /nɑnˈdɔrmənt/

adjective

Definition

Describing something that is not inactive or asleep, often referring to plants or seeds that are actively growing or capable of germination.

Example

The nondormant seeds began to sprout as soon as they were planted in the soil.

Conversation

Did you know that those seeds are nondormant right now?

Really? I thought they had to stay dormant for a while.

Nope, they’re actually in active growth mode!

That's awesome! I can't wait to see them sprout.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

active

growing

vital

Antonyms

dormant

inactive

quiescent

Root Explanation

Nondormant → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "dormant" (from Latin "dormire", meaning to sleep). The word "nondormant" means not in a state of sleep or inactivity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'dormant' meaning to sleep — so nondormant describes something that is not sleeping or inactive.

Visually Confused Words

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