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nonthinking

/ˌnɑːnˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ/
non · think · ing
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• adjective

1

Not capable of conscious thought or reasoning; lacking intelligence or sentience.

Example

"Early philosophers debated the boundary between sentient creatures and nonthinking matter."

2

Failing to exercise critical thought, reflection, or independent judgment.

Example

"The professor warned her students against nonthinking conformity to popular opinions."

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• noun

1

The absence or suspension of conscious thought, critical reflection, or mental activity.

Example

"In certain meditative traditions, practitioners aim for a state of peaceful nonthinking to quiet the restless mind."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'unthinking' typically criticizes human behavior as careless, inconsiderate, or heedless, 'nonthinking' is more neutral and technical, often describing entities (such as machines, plants, or inanimate matter) that inherently lack the capacity for conscious thought.

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nonterminally
nontheistically
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nonthreatening
nonthreateningly
nontidally

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