Definition

Not related to time or not affected by time.

Example

The nontemporal aspects of the project focus on its structure rather than its timeline.

Conversation

I was reading about how some concepts are nontemporal in nature.

That's interesting! What do you mean by that?

Well, it refers to ideas that don't really depend on time, like certain philosophical thoughts.

Got it! It’s fascinating how some things exist outside of our usual understanding of time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nontemporal → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "temporal" (from Latin "temporalis", meaning relating to time). The word "nontemporal" means not relating to time or outside the realm of time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'temporal' relating to time — so nontemporal refers to something that is not related to time.

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