IPA: /nɒnɪkˈspləʊsɪv/
KK: /nɑnɪkˈspləʊsɪv/
Definition: Something that does not explode or is not capable of exploding.
Example: The scientists developed a nonexplosive material for safer construction.
IPA: /nɒnˈfɛrəs/
KK: /nɑnˈfɛrəs/
Definition: This word describes materials or metals that do not have iron in them.
Example: Copper and aluminum are examples of nonferrous metals used in construction.
IPA: /nɒnˈfɪʃənəbl/
KK: /nɑnˈfɪʃənəbl/
Definition: This term describes a substance that cannot undergo fission, which is the process of splitting an atomic nucleus to release energy.
Example: Certain isotopes are considered nonfissionable and cannot be used in nuclear reactors.
IPA: /nɒnˈflæm.əˌbɪl.ɪ.ti/
KK: /nɑnˈflæməˌbɪlɪti/
Definition: The quality of not being able to catch fire or burn easily.
Example: The nonflammability of the material makes it safe for use in construction.
IPA: /nɒŋˈɡeɪʃəs/
KK: /nɒŋˈɡeɪʃəs/
Definition: Referring to a state of matter that is not in the form of gas, such as solid or liquid.
Example: Water is a nongaseous substance at room temperature.
IPA: /nɒnˈdʒɛnɪtɪk/
KK: /nɑnˈdʒɛnɪtɪk/
Definition: Not related to genes or heredity; not influenced by genetic factors.
Example: The study focused on nongenetic factors that affect health outcomes.
IPA: /nɒnˈɡræn.jʊ.lər/
KK: /nɒnˈɡræn.jʊ.lər/
Definition: Describing something that does not have a grainy texture or structure; it is smooth or uniform without distinct particles.
Example: The paint has a nongranular finish, making it easy to clean.
IPA: /nɒnˈhæləʊdʒəneɪtɪd/
KK: /nɑnˈhælədʒəˌneɪtɪd/
Definition: Not containing halogens, which are a group of chemical elements including fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine.
Example: The new paint is nonhalogenated, making it safer for the environment.
IPA: /nɒnˈhɒməˌdʒiːnəs/
KK: /nɑnˈhoʊməˌdʒinəs/
Definition: This word describes something that is not uniform or consistent in composition or character; it has different parts or elements that are not the same.
Example: The mixture was nonhomogeneous, with chunks of different materials throughout.
IPA: /nɒnhaɪˈɡrɒskəpɪk/
KK: /nɑnhaɪˈɡrɒskəpɪk/
Definition: Not able to absorb moisture from the air.
Example: The material used in the construction is nonhygroscopic, ensuring it remains dry in humid conditions.
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