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Definition of nonpigmented
nonpigmented
/ˌnɑːnˈpɪɡ.mən.tɪd/
non · pig · men · ted
nonpigmented Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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1
Lacking natural or artificial color; having no pigment.
Example
"The researchers observed a strain of nonpigmented bacteria growing rapidly in the petri dish."
2
Of biological tissue, skin, or cells: not containing melanin or other natural biological coloring agents.
Example
"Albinism is characterized by nonpigmented skin, hair, and eyes due to a genetic mutation affecting melanin production."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed from the prefix 'non-' (not) attached to 'pigmented', which derives from the Latin 'pigmentum' (coloring matter, paint) and the English suffix '-ed'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonpigmented. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonpigmented