Definition

Describing something that does not have grade levels or classifications, often used in education or to refer to materials with uniform particle size.

Example

The nongraded school allows students of different ages to learn together.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new school program they are starting?

Yeah, I think it's going to be really interesting!

I love that it's nongraded; it allows kids to learn at their own pace.

Exactly! It could really help reduce stress for the younger students.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nongraded → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "graded" (from the root "grade" which comes from Latin "gradus", meaning step or degree). The word "nongraded" means not assigned a grade or step in a ranking system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'graded' referring to steps or levels — so nongraded means something that does not have a step or level assigned.

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