Definition

Referring to something that does not have a molecular structure or is not composed of molecules.

Example

The nonmolecular substance was found to have unique properties compared to its molecular counterparts.

Conversation

I was reading about different types of materials and came across something called nonmolecular substances.

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It refers to substances that don't have a molecular structure, like certain metals.

That’s interesting! I didn’t know there were materials like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonmolecular → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "molecular" (from Latin "molecula", meaning a small mass or particle). The word "nonmolecular" means not relating to or composed of molecules.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'molecular' referring to small particles. This helps you remember that 'nonmolecular' describes something that is not made up of those small particles.

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