Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Not easy to understand or figure out without extra thought or explanation.

Example: The software's interface is nonintuitive, making it hard for new users to navigate.

Definition: Describing a substance that does not have ionic properties or is not affected by ions.

Example: The nonionic surfactant is safe for use in sensitive applications.

Definition: Describing a type of radiation that does not have enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms or molecules, meaning it does not cause ionization.

Example: Nonionizing radiation, such as radio waves, is generally considered safe for human exposure.

Definition: Not related to the legal system or the powers of a judge.

Example: The case was resolved through nonjudicial means, avoiding the court system altogether.

Definition: Referring to a legal process or situation that does not include a jury.

Example: The case was decided in a nonjury trial, where only a judge made the ruling.

Definition: This term describes something that cannot be decided or judged by a court of law.

Example: The issue was deemed nonjusticiable, meaning the courts could not intervene.

Definition: Not arranged in a straight line or following a direct path; often used to describe relationships or processes that are complex and not straightforward.

Example: The artist's work is characterized by nonlineal patterns that challenge traditional perspectives.

Definition: Describing something that does not follow a straight line or a direct relationship, often used in mathematics to refer to equations or systems where changes are not proportional.

Example: The scientist studied a nonlinear model to better understand the complex behavior of the system.

Definition: A condition or situation where a relationship does not follow a straight line or a direct proportionality.

Example: The nonlinearity of the system made it difficult to predict the outcome accurately.

Definition: Describing something that is not meant to be taken in its most basic or exact sense, often used in a figurative or symbolic way.

Example: The phrase 'kick the bucket' is a nonliteral expression meaning to die.