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Exam: IELTS

noncombatant

IPA: //nɒnˈkɒm.bə.tənt//

KK: /nɑnˈkɑmbəˌtænt/

noun

Definition: A person who does not take part in fighting during a war, often referring to civilians or certain military personnel like medics or chaplains.

Example: During the conflict, many noncombatants were evacuated to ensure their safety.

noncommitment

IPA: /nɒn kəˈmɪt.mənt/

KK: /nɑn kəˈmɪt mənt/

noun

Definition: A state of not being committed to something, such as a decision, relationship, or obligation.

Example: His noncommitment to the project frustrated the team.

noncommittal

IPA: /nɒn.kəˈmɪt.əl/

KK: /nɑnˈkəmɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Not expressing a clear opinion or decision about something; remaining neutral or vague.

Example: Her response was noncommittal, leaving everyone unsure of her true feelings.

noncommittally

IPA: /nɒn.kəˈmɪt.əl.i/

KK: /nɑnˈkəmɪtəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that does not express a clear opinion or commitment.

Example: She answered the questions noncommittally, avoiding any strong statements.

noncommitted

IPA: /nɒn.kəˈmɪt.ɪd/

KK: /nɑnˈkəmɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not having made a decision or commitment to a particular course of action or opinion.

Example: She remained noncommitted about which team to support during the game.

noncommunist

IPA: /nɒnˈkɒmjʊnɪst/

KK: /nɑnˈkɑm.jə.nɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who does not support or believe in the principles of communism.

Example: During the Cold War, many noncommunists were concerned about the spread of communist ideas.

noncompatible

IPA: /nɒn.kəmˈpæt.ə.bəl/

KK: /nɑnˈkəmˌpætəbl/

adjective

Definition: Not able to exist or work together without conflict or problems.

Example: The two software programs are noncompatible, so they cannot be used together.

noncompetitive

IPA: /nɒn.kəmˈpɛt.ɪ.tɪv/

KK: /nɑnˈkɒmpətɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that does not involve competition or rivalry.

Example: The noncompetitive environment at the school allows students to learn at their own pace.

noncomplex

IPA: /nɒnˈkɒmplɛks/

KK: /nɑnˈkɒmplɛks/

adjective

Definition: Something that is simple and not complicated.

Example: The instructions were noncomplex, making it easy for everyone to follow.

noncompliance

IPA: /nɒn.kəmˈplaɪ.əns/

KK: /nɑnˈkəmˌplaɪəns/

noun

Definition: The act of not following rules or regulations that are required.

Example: The company faced penalties due to its noncompliance with safety standards.

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