nonorganic Definition
- 1not derived from living matter
- 2not involving or produced by the use of fertilizers or pesticides
Using nonorganic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nonorganic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The nonorganic materials used in the construction of the building made it less environmentally friendly.
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The nonorganic produce was cheaper but lacked the same nutritional value as the organic options.
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The company prides itself on using only nonorganic methods to grow their crops.
nonorganic Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for nonorganic
Summary: nonorganic in Brief
'Nonorganic' [non-awr-gan-ik] is an adjective that describes something not derived from living matter, or not involving the use of fertilizers or pesticides. It is often used in contrast to 'organic' and can refer to materials, produce, or methods. For example, 'The nonorganic materials used in the construction of the building made it less environmentally friendly.'
