Definition

Not able to spread from one person to another, especially in relation to diseases.

Example

The doctor explained that the condition was noninfectious and posed no risk of spreading.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new health guidelines?

Yeah, they mentioned that some diseases are noninfectious and don't spread.

Exactly! It's nice to know there are ways to stay healthy without worrying about infections.

Right? It really helps to understand which conditions are noninfectious.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noninfectious → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "infectious" (from Latin "infectiosus", meaning causing infection). The word "noninfectious" means not causing infection or not capable of being transmitted from one person to another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'infectious' meaning 'causing infection' — so noninfectious describes something that does not cause infection.

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