nonstudent
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /nɒnˈstjuːdənt/
KK: /nɑnˈstjuːdənt/
adjective
Definition
Not related to or associated with students.
Example
The nonstudent population in the area is growing rapidly.
Conversation
I went to that event yesterday, but it felt very nonstudent, you know?
Really? What do you mean by that?
It just seemed like it was aimed at professionals, not students.
Got it! That can be a bit off-putting if you're still in school.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
external
outsider
nonacademic
Antonyms
student
scholarly
academic
noun
Definition
A person who is not enrolled in a school or educational program.
Example
The nonstudent was curious about the classes offered at the university.
Conversation
I saw someone on campus today who looked like a nonstudent.
Really? How could you tell?
Well, they were wearing a business suit instead of school clothes.
Root Explanation
Nonstudent → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "student" (from Latin "studere", meaning to study). The word "nonstudent" refers to someone who is not a student or does not engage in studying.
Memory Tip
Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'student' meaning 'someone who studies' — so a nonstudent is simply someone who does not study.
Visually Confused Words
student
outstudent