Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Not believing in a deity or deities.

Example: Many people identify as nontheistic, meaning they do not believe in any gods.

Definition: Not related to the study of religion or religious beliefs.

Example: The discussion was purely nontheological, focusing on philosophical ideas instead of religious ones.

Definition: This word describes something that is practical or based on real situations rather than just ideas or theories.

Example: The research focused on nontheoretical applications of the findings.

Definition: Not related to healing or medical treatment.

Example: The study focused on nontherapeutic practices that do not improve health.

Definition: Not related to heat or not produced by heat.

Example: The nonthermal effects of the radiation were significant in the experiment.

Definition: Describing a system or government that is not totalitarian, meaning it does not have absolute control over all aspects of life and allows for some degree of freedom and individual rights.

Example: The new government is nontotalitarian, promoting democracy and personal freedoms.

Definition: Not following established customs or practices; different from what is usual or expected.

Example: She chose a nontraditional approach to solving the problem, which surprised everyone.

Definition: Not simple or easy; significant or important in some way.

Example: The solution to the problem was nontrivial and required advanced techniques.

Definition: Describing a situation where not everyone agrees or is in complete agreement.

Example: The decision was nonunanimous, with several members expressing different opinions.

Definition: Not having the same characteristics or qualities throughout; varying in form or nature.

Example: The nonuniform distribution of resources led to some areas being much better off than others.