nonflammable

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈflæməbl/

KK: /nɑnˈflæməbl/

adjective

Definition

This word describes a material that does not catch fire easily and does not burn quickly when exposed to flames.

Example

The building materials used in this construction are nonflammable, ensuring safety in case of a fire.

Conversation

I just bought some nonflammable materials for my DIY project.

That sounds safe! It's smart to use nonflammable stuff around heat sources.

Exactly! I want to avoid any accidents while working on it.

Good call! Safety first, especially with fire involved.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

fireproof

incombustible

flameproof

Antonyms

flammable

combustible

ignitable

Root Explanation

Nonflammable → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "flammare" (meaning to burn). The word describes a material that does not burn or is not capable of catching fire.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being combined with 'burn' ('flammare') to remember that 'nonflammable' means something that does not catch fire.

Visually Confused Words

noninflammable

uninflammable

inflammable

seminonflammable