Nonpoisonous — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌnän-ˈpȯiz-nəs/ non·poi·son·ous

Meaning & Definition of Nonpoisonous

Nonpoisonous (adjective)

  1. not having the properties or effects of poison, not poisonous

Nonpoisonous (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in nontoxic

    similar: nontoxic, nourishing, nutritional, nutritious, antiseptic, aseptic, clean, hygienic, sanitary, advantageous, useful, alleviative, corrective, curative, recuperative, refreshing, rehabilitative, rejuvenating, rejuvenescent, remedial, good, healthful, healthy, medicinal, restorative, salubrious, salutary, salutiferous, sanative, tonic, wholesome
    opposite: insalubrious, noxious, unhealthful, unhealthy, unwholesome, damaging, deleterious, harmful, injurious, pernicious, infectious, poisonous, sickening, toxic, insanitary, unhygienic, unsanitary

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Nonpoisonous

The most common words with a similar meaning to Nonpoisonous:

nontoxic, nourishing, nutritional, nutritious, antiseptic, aseptic, clean, hygienic, sanitary, advantageous, useful, alleviative, corrective, curative, recuperative, refreshing, rehabilitative, rejuvenating, rejuvenescent, remedial, good, healthful, healthy, medicinal, restorative, salubrious, salutary, salutiferous, sanative, tonic, wholesome

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Nonpoisonous

Words with the opposite meaning of Nonpoisonous:

insalubrious, noxious, unhealthful, unhealthy, unwholesome, damaging, deleterious, harmful, injurious, pernicious, infectious, poisonous, sickening, toxic, insanitary, unhygienic, unsanitary

Origin & Etymology of Nonpoisonous

First known use: 1850

Frequently Asked Questions about Nonpoisonous

What does "Nonpoisonous" mean?

"Nonpoisonous" means not having the properties or effects of poison, not poisonous. As an adjective, it is defined as: not having the properties or effects of poison, not poisonous.

What is another word for "Nonpoisonous"?

Other words for "Nonpoisonous" include nontoxic, nourishing, nutritional, nutritious, antiseptic, aseptic, clean and hygienic. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Nonpoisonous" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Nonpoisonous"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Nonpoisonous". Common alternatives include nontoxic, nourishing, nutritional, nutritious, antiseptic, aseptic, clean, hygienic, sanitary and advantageous.

What is the opposite of "Nonpoisonous"?

Antonyms of "Nonpoisonous" include insalubrious, noxious, unhealthful, unhealthy, unwholesome, damaging, deleterious and harmful.

Is "Nonpoisonous" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Nonpoisonous" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Nonpoisonous"?

"Nonpoisonous" is pronounced /ˌnän-ˈpȯiz-nəs/ and divided into syllables as non·poi·son·ous.

What is the origin of the word "Nonpoisonous"?

First known use: 1850.

What is another word for "Nonpoisonous" meaning "as in nontoxic"?

When "Nonpoisonous" (adjective) means as in nontoxic, synonyms include nontoxic, nourishing, nutritional, nutritious, antiseptic and aseptic. Opposites in this sense include insalubrious, noxious, unhealthful and unhealthy.