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Definition of nonessential

nonessential

/ˌnɑːn.əˈsɛn.ʃəl/
non · es · sen · tial
Adverb:nonessentially
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Plural:nonessentials
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nonessential Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not absolutely necessary; able to be dispensed with without critical loss or disruption.

Example

"During the severe snowstorm, the governor urged residents to avoid all nonessential travel."

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• noun

1

Something that is not necessary or indispensable, often used in the plural.

Example

"To stay within their strict monthly budget, the family cut back on all nonessentials."

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• Rhymes for nonessential

• Nearby Words

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nonequal
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nonetheless
nonevent
nonexclusive

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonessential. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonessential
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