nonparallel

[non-par-uh-lel]

nonparallel Definition

• 1. not parallel; not extending in the same direction and never meeting, or not having the same distance between parts at all points
• 2. not similar or corresponding; not matching

Using nonparallel: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nonparallel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The lines on the graph are nonparallel.

• Example

  The two sides of the building are nonparallel.

• Example

  The nonparallel structure of the argument made it difficult to follow.

nonparallel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nonparallel

• nonconcurrent
• divergent
• unequal
• incommensurate

Antonyms for nonparallel

• parallel
• congruent
• corresponding
• matching

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Summary: nonparallel in Brief

The term 'nonparallel' [non-par-uh-lel] refers to things that are not parallel or do not have the same distance between parts at all points. It can also mean things that are not similar or corresponding. Examples include 'The lines on the graph are nonparallel' and 'The nonparallel structure of the argument made it difficult to follow.' Synonyms include 'divergent' and 'unequal,' while antonyms include 'parallel' and 'matching.'