Definition

The condition where something is not unique or does not have a single distinct form or value.

Example

The nonuniqueness of the solutions made it difficult to determine the best option.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the concept of nonuniqueness in art?

Yeah, it’s interesting how many pieces can look similar yet feel so different.

Right? It makes you wonder if true originality even exists.

Totally! Sometimes I think we all just build on what came before us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonuniqueness → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "uniqueness" (from Latin "unicus", meaning single or unique, combined with the suffix "-ness", which denotes a state or quality). The word refers to the state of not being unique or singular.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'single' ('unicus') to remember that 'nonuniqueness' means the state of not being unique.

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