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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

nonlinear

IPA: /nɒnˈlɪnə/

KK: /nɑnˈlɪnɚ/

adjective

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.

nonlinearity

IPA: /nɒnˈlɪnɪərɪti/

KK: /nɑnˈlɪnɪˌɛrɪti/

noun

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.

nonlinguistic

IPA: /nɒnˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪk/

KK: /nɑnˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Not related to language or the use of language.

Example: The study focused on nonlinguistic factors that influence communication.

nonliteral

IPA: //nɒnˈlɪtərəl//

KK: /nɑnˈlɪtərəl/

adjective

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.

nonliterate

IPA: //nɒnˈlɪt.ər.ɪt//

KK: /nɑnˈlɪtərɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that does not have the ability to read or write.

Example: In some regions, many people remain nonliterate due to a lack of educational resources.

nonlocal

IPA: /nɒnˈloʊkəl/

KK: /nɑnˈloʊkəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is not limited to a specific area or location.

Example: The research included nonlocal effects that influenced the entire region.

noun

Definition: A person who is not from the local area; someone who comes from a different place.

Example: The festival attracted many nonlocals who wanted to experience the local culture.

nonlogical

IPA: /nɒnˈlɒɡɪkəl/

KK: /nɑnˈlɑɡɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Not based on reason or logic; lacking logical reasoning.

Example: His argument was nonlogical and hard to follow.

nonluminous

IPA: /nɒnˈluːmɪnəs/

KK: /nɑnˈluːmɪnəs/

adjective

Definition: Not giving off light or brightness; dark.

Example: The nonluminous surface of the moon reflects sunlight but does not emit its own light.

nonmainstream

IPA: /nɒnˈmeɪnstriːm/

KK: /nɑnˈmeɪnˌstrim/

adjective

Definition: Referring to ideas, styles, or activities that are not widely accepted or popular among the general public.

Example: The film festival showcased many nonmainstream movies that challenged traditional storytelling.

nonmalignant

IPA: /nɒnˈmælɪɡnənt/

KK: /nɑnˈmælɪɡnənt/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a growth or condition that is not harmful or cancerous.

Example: The doctor assured me that the tumor was nonmalignant and posed no threat to my health.

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