Definition

Not reacting or responding to something, such as a request or stimulus.

Example

The patient was nonresponsive to verbal commands during the examination.

Conversation

I tried contacting customer support, but they were completely nonresponsive to my emails.

That’s frustrating! It’s like they don’t even care.

Exactly! I can’t believe how nonresponsive they’ve been.

Maybe I should try calling them instead; sometimes that works better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonresponsive → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "responsive" (from Latin "respondere", meaning to answer or reply). The word "nonresponsive" means not answering or replying, indicating a lack of response.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') answering ('respondere') — that's why nonresponsive means not answering.

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