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nonpolitical

/ˌnɑːnpəˈlɪtɪkl/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Not involved in, relating to, or influenced by politics; politically neutral or unbiased.

Example Sentences:
  • The charity operates as a strictly nonpolitical organization focused solely on humanitarian aid.
  • He was appointed to the committee because of his nonpolitical background and objective stance.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Formed by combining the prefix 'non-' (from Latin, meaning 'not') with 'political' (derived from the Greek 'politikos', meaning 'of citizens or the state', from 'polis', meaning 'city'). The term emerged in the 19th century to describe entities, actions, or stances that remain entirely separate from party politics or government affairs.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Focus on the prefix 'non-' which means 'not'. A nonpolitical event is simply 'not political'—completely neutral and free from government or party bias.

Frequently Asked Questions About “nonpolitical

1. What is the meaning of “nonpolitical” in English?

In English, nonpolitical (adjective) is defined as: “Not involved in, relating to, or influenced by politics; politically neutral or unbiased.”.

2. How do you use “nonpolitical” in a sentence?

The charity operates as a strictly nonpolitical organization focused solely on humanitarian aid.

3. What are English synonyms of “nonpolitical”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “nonpolitical”?

Formed by combining the prefix 'non-' (from Latin, meaning 'not') with 'political' (derived from the Greek 'politikos', meaning 'of citizens or the state', from 'polis', meaning 'city'). The term emerged in the 19th century to describe entities, actions, or stances that remain entirely separate from party politics or government affairs.