Nonresistant: meaning, definitions and examples
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nonresistant
[ nɒnˈrɛzɪstənt ]
general usage
The term 'nonresistant' refers to a lack of resistance, often in contexts relating to materials, organisms, or behaviors. In biology, it describes an organism's inability to resist infections or diseases, making it vulnerable to various pathogens. In materials science, it indicates that a material does not withstand certain effects such as corrosion or degradation. This can apply to textiles that do not resist staining or wear, or to crops that lack resistance to specific pests. Overall, the word conveys a sense of susceptibility and fragility.
Synonyms
defenseless, susceptible, vulnerable, weak
Examples of usage
- This fabric is nonresistant to water, meaning it will soak through easily.
- The plants were found to be nonresistant to the new strain of bacteria.
- Her nonresistant behavior during the negotiation led to unfavorable terms.
- Nonresistant materials often require special treatments or care.
Translations
Translations of the word "nonresistant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não resistente
🇮🇳 गैर प्रतिरोधी
🇩🇪 nicht widerstandsfähig
🇮🇩 tidak tahan
🇺🇦 незахищений
🇵🇱 nieoporny
🇯🇵 非耐性の
🇫🇷 non résistant
🇪🇸 no resistente
🇹🇷 dirençsiz
🇰🇷 비저항성의
🇸🇦 غير مقاوم
🇨🇿 neodolný
🇸🇰 neodolný
🇨🇳 不耐受的
🇸🇮 neodporen
🇮🇸 ekki mótþróa
🇰🇿 қарсылықсыз
🇬🇪 არამტკიცე
🇦🇿 davamlı olmayan
🇲🇽 no resistente
Etymology
The word 'nonresistant' is formed by the prefix 'non-', meaning 'not', and the root word 'resistant'. The root 'resistant' comes from the Latin 'resistens', the present participle of 'resistere', which means 'to stand firm against'. This Latin term is derived from the combination of 're-', meaning 'against', and 'sistere', meaning 'to stand'. The use of 'non-' as a negation has been prevalent in English since at least the 14th century, allowing the formation of words that express the opposite of their root terms. The particular use of 'nonresistant' can be traced back to the 20th century, especially in scientific discourses, where it helps categorize organisms or materials based on their properties. In modern usage, it spans various fields, including biology, environmental science, and materials engineering, reflecting an increasing emphasis on understanding vulnerabilities in different contexts.