Definition

Describing something that is not one of a kind or is shared with others.

Example

The results of the experiment were nonunique, as other researchers had similar findings.

Conversation

I noticed that many of the designs at the art show were quite nonunique.

Yeah, I felt the same way; it seemed like everyone was copying each other.

It's a shame because some of the artists have so much talent.

Absolutely! They should strive to create something truly original.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonunique → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "unique" (from Latin "unicus", meaning one or single). The word "nonunique" means not one or not single, indicating something that is not unique or distinct.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'one' ('unicus') to remember that 'nonunique' means something that is not one of a kind.

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