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Exam: IELTS

nonobservant

IPA: /nɒnˈɒbzəvənt/

KK: /nɑnˈɑbzərvənt/

adjective

Definition: Not paying attention to details or not noticing things around you.

Example: He was nonobservant during the meeting and missed several important points.

nonobvious

IPA: /nɒnˈɒbvɪəs/

KK: /nɑnˈɑbvɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Something that is not easily seen or understood; it requires deeper thought or insight to recognize.

Example: The solution to the problem was nonobvious, but once explained, it made perfect sense.

nonoccurrence

IPA: /nɒnəˈkɜːrəns/

KK: /nɑnəˈkɜrənss/

noun

Definition: The state of not happening or taking place.

Example: The nonoccurrence of rain this summer has affected the crops.

nonoperating

IPA: /nɒnˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ/

KK: /nɑnˈɑpəˌreɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is not currently functioning or not involved in an operation.

Example: The nonoperating assets of the company do not generate any income.

nonoperative

IPA: /nɒnˈɒpərətɪv/

KK: /nɑnˈɑpərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Not involving or requiring a surgical procedure.

Example: The doctor recommended a nonoperative treatment for the injury.

nonoptimal

IPA: /nɒnˈɒptɪməl/

KK: /nɑnˈɑptəməl/

adjective

Definition: Not the best or most effective option; less than ideal.

Example: The current solution is nonoptimal and needs improvement.

nonorganic

IPA: /nɒnˈɔːɡənɪk/

KK: /nɑnˈɔrɡənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to substances or materials that are not derived from living organisms or do not contain carbon-based compounds.

Example: The nonorganic fertilizer helped the plants grow quickly.

nonorthodox

IPA: /nɒnˈɔːθədɒks/

KK: /nɑnˈɔrθədɑks/

adjective

Definition: Not following traditional or established beliefs or practices.

Example: Her nonorthodox approach to teaching inspired many students to think differently.

nonoverlapping

IPA: /nɒnˈoʊvərˌlæpɪŋ/

KK: /nɑnˈoʊvərˌlæpɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Not covering the same area or space as something else; separate and distinct.

Example: The two schedules are nonoverlapping, so there is no conflict in timing.

nonparticipant

IPA: /nɒnˈpɑːtɪsənt/

KK: /nɑnˈpɑrtɪsənt/

adjective

Definition: Not taking part in an activity or event.

Example: The nonparticipant observed the game from the sidelines.

noun

Definition: A person who does not take part in an activity or event.

Example: She was a nonparticipant in the discussion, choosing to listen instead.

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