Definition

Describing something that does not come to an end or stop; it continues indefinitely.

Example

The nonterminating decimal goes on forever without repeating.

Conversation

I was reading about nonterminating decimals yesterday.

Oh really? What did you learn about them?

I found it fascinating that they go on forever without repeating.

Yeah, it's amazing how some numbers just never end!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonterminating → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "terminare" (from Latin, meaning to end or limit) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating an ongoing action). The word "nonterminating" means not coming to an end or continuing indefinitely.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') ending ('terminare') — that's why nonterminating means something that does not come to an end.

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