Definition

A company or organization that does not provide essential services like water, electricity, or gas.

Example

The nonutility sector is growing rapidly as more companies enter the market.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new nonutility companies popping up?

Yeah, it's interesting how they're changing the market.

I wonder if they'll ever compete with the bigger utility companies.

It'll be tough, but they have some innovative ideas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonutility → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "utility" (from Latin "utilitas", meaning usefulness). The word "nonutility" refers to something that is not useful or lacks utility.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'utility' meaning 'usefulness' — so nonutility describes something that is not useful.

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