nonformative Definition
- 1not providing or conveying form or shape
- 2not contributing to the meaning of a word or phrase
Using nonformative: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nonformative" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The nonformative elements of the sentence can be removed without changing its meaning.
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The prefix 'un-' in 'unhappy' is nonformative.
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The nonformative details in the report were distracting from the main point.
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Summary: nonformative in Brief
The term 'nonformative' [non-fawr-muh-tiv] describes something that does not provide form or shape, or does not contribute to the meaning of a word or phrase. It is often used in linguistic contexts, such as in analyzing the structure of sentences or words. Examples include 'The nonformative elements of the sentence can be removed without changing its meaning.' and 'The prefix 'un-' in 'unhappy' is nonformative.'
