Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

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 something that does not cause disease or illness.

Example: The nonpathogenic bacteria in the yogurt are beneficial for digestion.

Definition: Not lasting for a long time; having a short duration or existence, especially in natural conditions.

Example: The nonpersistent chemicals in the product break down quickly and are less harmful to the environment.

Definition: This term describes substances or products that do not come from petroleum or do not contain any petroleum-based materials.

Example: Many companies are now focusing on nonpetroleum alternatives for energy production.

Definition: Not related to the sounds of speech that can change meaning in a language.

Example: In some languages, certain sounds are nonphonemic, meaning they do not affect the meaning of words.

Definition: Not relating to the sounds of speech or not representing sounds in a straightforward way.

Example: The word 'nonphonetic' describes languages that do not have a direct correspondence between letters and sounds.

Definition: Something that does not have a physical form or is not related to the physical world.

Example: The concept of love is often considered nonphysical, as it cannot be touched or seen.

Definition: Not flat or two-dimensional; having parts that are not all in the same plane.

Example: The structure of the molecule is nonplanar, which affects its chemical properties.

Definition: Feeling confused or unsure about how to react to something unexpected.

Example: She was nonplussed by the sudden change in plans.

Definition: To be confused or unsure about what to do; to be perplexed or bewildered.

Example: She was nonplussed by the unexpected question during the interview.

Definition: Describing a substance that does not have distinct positive and negative ends, meaning it does not have a dipole moment and does not mix well with water.

Example: Oil is a nonpolar substance, which is why it does not mix with water.