Definition

Not acceptable or recognized as correct or legitimate.

Example

The application was rejected because it contained nonvalid information.

Conversation

I tried submitting my application online, but it was marked as nonvalid.

That sounds frustrating! What did they say was wrong?

They claimed my documents weren't in the correct format, so I need to fix that.

Make sure to double-check their requirements; sometimes they have very specific rules.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonvalid → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "validus" (from Latin, meaning strong or effective). The word "nonvalid" means not valid or not effective.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'valid' meaning 'strong' or 'effective' — so nonvalid refers to something that is not effective.

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