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Definition of nonmusical
nonmusical
/ˌnɑːnˈmjuːzɪkəl/
non · mu · si · cal
nonmusical Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
4
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• adjective
1
Not relating to, involving, or consisting of music.
Example
"The theater company decided to stage a nonmusical drama for their autumn season."
2
Lacking a pleasing, melodious quality in sound, or lacking an aptitude or appreciation for music.
Example
"Coming from a largely nonmusical family, she was the first to learn how to play the piano."
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'Nonmusical' is typically neutral and descriptive (meaning outside the domain of music, such as a nonmusical stage play), whereas 'unmusical' often carries a negative judgment (meaning harsh-sounding or lacking musical talent).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonmusical. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonmusical