Definition

Not useful or effective in real situations; not suitable for practical use.

Example

The plan was deemed nonpractical and was quickly rejected by the committee.

Conversation

I was thinking about buying that new gadget, but it seems a bit nonpractical for everyday use.

Yeah, I get what you mean. It looks cool, but is it really worth the money?

Exactly! Sometimes the flashy stuff is just nonpractical for real life.

Right? It's better to stick with what actually works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonpractical → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "practical" (from Latin "practicus", meaning effective or practical). The word "nonpractical" means not effective or not suitable for practical use.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and something that is 'effective' or 'useful' ('practical') — that's why nonpractical means something that is not useful in real situations.

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