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nontechnically

/ˌnɑːnˈtɛknɪkli/
non · tech · ni · cal · ly
Adjective:nontechnical
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• adverb

1

In a manner that does not involve or require specialized knowledge, scientific terminology, or professional methods.

Example

"The doctor explained the complex diagnosis nontechnically to ensure the patient and her family fully understood the condition."

2

From a practical, everyday, or general perspective rather than a strict, specialized, or formal one.

Example

"Nontechnically speaking, the new device acts just like a giant sponge for airborne pollutants."

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• Nearby Words

nonsequentially
nonspatially
nonsubscriber
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nontemporality
nonterminally
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed by adding the negative prefix 'non-' to the adverb 'technically', ultimately originating from the Greek 'tekhnē' (art, skill, craft).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nontechnically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nontechnically
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