Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /nɒnˈkwɒntɪˌteɪtɪv/
KK: /nɑnˈkwɑntɪˌteɪtɪv/
Definition
This word describes something that cannot be measured or expressed in numbers.
Example
The study provided nonquantitative insights into the participants' feelings.
Conversation

I was reading about different research methods yesterday.

Oh really? Did you come across anything interesting?

Yes, they mentioned nonquantitative methods and how they can reveal deeper insights.

That sounds fascinating! I love learning about different ways to analyze data.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
qualitative
descriptive
subjective
Antonyms
quantitative
measurable
objective
Root Explanation
Nonquantitative → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "quantitative" (from Latin "quantitas", meaning quantity). The word "nonquantitative" refers to something that does not involve or is not measured by quantity.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('non-') when you hear 'nonquantitative' — it means something that is not measured by 'quantity'.
Visually Confused Words
unquantitative
quantitative
nonentitative
quantitatively
quantitive
quantitate
nonanticipative