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nonreactive

/ˌnɑːn.riˈæk.tɪv/
non · re · ac · tive
Adverb:nonreactively
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1

Not readily participating in a chemical reaction when combined with other substances.

Example

"Chefs often use nonreactive cookware like stainless steel or enameled cast iron when preparing acidic tomato sauces."

2

Showing little or no emotional, behavioral, or physiological response to a stimulus or provocation.

Example

"The therapist advised the parents to remain calm and nonreactive during their toddler's temper tantrums."

3

Indicating a negative result for a specific antibody, antigen, or physiological response in a medical diagnostic test.

Example

"The screening returned a nonreactive result, confirming that the patient had no detectable antibodies to the virus."

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