Definition

Not related to the nervous system or neurons.

Example

The study focused on nonneural factors that affect behavior.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new study on nonneural pathways in the brain?

Yeah, I read a bit about it; it's fascinating how our brains can adapt without neural changes.

Right? It makes you think about how much we still don't understand about brain function.

Exactly! Science has so many layers, especially when it comes to nonneural processes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonneural → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "neural" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve). The word "nonneural" refers to something that is not related to nerves or the nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'neural' relating to 'nerves' — so nonneural means something that is not related to nerves.

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