What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
noneligible
Example
The noneligible candidates were disqualified from the scholarship program. [noneligible: adjective]
Example
The company's noneligible employees were not eligible for the bonus. [noneligible: adjective]
ineligible
Example
The athlete was ineligible to compete due to a previous injury. [ineligible: adjective]
Example
The student was ineligible for the scholarship due to low grades. [ineligible: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ineligible is more commonly used than noneligible in everyday language. Ineligible is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while noneligible is less common and typically used in more formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between noneligible and ineligible?
While both noneligible and ineligible are formal in tone, noneligible is more formal and less commonly used in everyday language.
