English to English Dictionary

Nationalization

The action of bringing a private industry or private assets under state control or ownership.

Neurodivergent

Differing in mental or neurological function from what is considered typical or normal; not neurotypical.

Nomophobia

Discomfort or anxiety caused by being without one's mobile phone or being unable to use it for communication.

Non-specificity

The quality or state of lacking precise details, exact definition, or distinct characteristics.

Noncellular

Not composed of cells or not divided into cells.

Noncompliance

The failure or refusal to comply with rules, regulations, or orders.

Nostalgia

A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

Null

Having no legal force or validity; invalid or void.

Nullify

To make legally null and void; invalidate.

Nursemaid

A female servant employed to care for young children in a household.

ne'er-do-well

A lazy, irresponsible person who achieves nothing worthwhile.

nefarious

Wicked, villainous, or criminal.