What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonresponsive
Example
The company was nonresponsive to our inquiries about the product. [nonresponsive: adjective]
Example
The patient remained nonresponsive to external stimuli. [nonresponsive: adjective]
unresponsive
Example
The child was unresponsive to his mother's attempts to comfort him. [unresponsive: adjective]
Example
The government was unresponsive to the needs of its citizens. [unresponsive: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unresponsive is more commonly used than nonresponsive in everyday language, especially in British English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nonresponsive and unresponsive?
Nonresponsive may be considered more formal than unresponsive due to its medical connotations, but both words can be used in formal or informal contexts.
