Definition

Describing something that is not repetitive or unnecessary; it provides essential information without any extra or duplicate parts.

Example

The report was nonredundant, presenting only the necessary data for the analysis.

Conversation

I think my presentation needs to be more concise and nonredundant.

Absolutely! Redundancy can really confuse the audience.

Exactly, I want to make sure every point I make adds value.

That's a great approach! Keeping it nonredundant will definitely help.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonredundant → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "redundant" (from Latin "redundare", meaning to overflow or be excessive). The word "nonredundant" means not excessive or not overflowing, indicating something that is concise and necessary without unnecessary repetition.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being combined with 'excessive' ('redundant') to remember that 'nonredundant' refers to something that is concise and necessary.

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