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nonunion Synonyms
Another word for nonunion
Choosing another word for nonunion depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Not belonging to, affiliated with, or recognizing a labor union; not produced or performed by union members.
Usage Example
"The construction company hired non-union contractors to keep initial labor costs lower."
Strongest
non-union
unorganized
Strong
open-shop
• noun (Context 2)
In medicine, the permanent failure of the broken ends of a fractured bone to heal and knit back together properly.
Usage Example
"Because the patient had poor blood flow in his lower leg, the orthopedic surgeon monitored the tibial fracture closely to prevent a pseudarthrosis."
Strong
pseudarthrosis
• noun (Context 3)
A state or condition of failing to unite or join together; lack of union.
Usage Example
"The prolonged disunion of the rival factions prevented the coalition from forming a stable government."
Strongest
disunion
Strong
separation
division
Opposites of nonunion
The opposite of nonunion shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
union
unionized
unification
organized
unity
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Nonunion. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/nonunion