Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: Referring to substances or materials that are not derived from living organisms or do not contain carbon-based compounds.

Example: The nonorganic fertilizer helped the plants grow quickly.

Definition: Referring to a verb form that indicates actions or states that are not in the past, typically including present and future tenses.

Example: In English, the nonpast forms of verbs are used to describe actions that are currently happening or will happen.

Definition: This word describes items that do not spoil or decay easily, especially food that can be stored for a long time without going bad.

Example: Canned goods are a great example of nonperishable food that can last for years.

Definition: A type of food or item that can be stored for a long time without spoiling or going bad.

Example: Canned goods are a common example of nonperishable items that can last for years.

Definition: Something that does not cause pollution and is good for the environment.

Example: Using nonpolluting energy sources helps protect our planet.

Definition: Not having any small holes or spaces, making it unable to absorb liquids or gases.

Example: The nonporous surface of the table makes it easy to clean spills.

Definition: Not able to produce or yield results, often referring to activities or resources that do not lead to any useful output.

Example: Spending too much time on nonproductive tasks can hinder your progress.

Definition: A person who does not create anything useful or valuable.

Example: He felt like a nonproductive member of the team because he didn't contribute to the project.

Definition: A person who does not write computer programs or code.

Example: As a nonprogrammer, I often rely on my colleagues to handle the technical aspects of our projects.

Definition: This word describes something that happens only once and is not expected to happen again.

Example: The company made a nonrecurring profit this quarter due to a one-time sale.

Definition: This word describes materials that cannot be processed and reused in recycling programs.

Example: Plastic bags are often considered nonrecyclable because they cannot be processed with regular recycling materials.

Definition: An item or material that cannot be processed to make new products or materials.

Example: Plastic bags are often considered nonrecyclable because they cannot be reused in recycling processes.

Definition: Something that cannot be used again after its initial use.

Example: Many products are designed to be nonreusable, which can lead to more waste.