Definition

Not involved in or capable of producing something.

Example

The nonproducing assets of the company did not contribute to its revenue.

Conversation

Have you noticed how some plants are just nonproducing this season?

Yeah, it's strange — I expected them to grow more.

I wonder if it's because of the weather changes.

That could be it; the nonproducing ones really need better conditions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonproducing → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "producing" (from Latin "producere", meaning to lead forth or bring forth). The word "nonproducing" means not bringing forth or yielding results.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'bringing forth' ('producing') to remember that 'nonproducing' refers to something that does not yield results.

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