Nontoxic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˌnän-ˈtäk-sik/ non·tox·ic

Meaning & Definition of Nontoxic

Nontoxic (adjective)

  1. not toxic

Nontoxic (noun)

  1. a nontoxic substance

Nontoxic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in nonpoisonous

    similar: nonpoisonous, 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 Nontoxic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Nontoxic:

nonpoisonous, 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 Nontoxic

Words with the opposite meaning of Nontoxic:

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

Word Forms of Nontoxic

Inflections: nontoxics

Origin & Etymology of Nontoxic

First known use: circa 1862

Frequently Asked Questions about Nontoxic

What does "Nontoxic" mean?

"Nontoxic" means not toxic. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: not toxic.

What is another word for "Nontoxic"?

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

What are different ways to say "Nontoxic"?

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

What is the opposite of "Nontoxic"?

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

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

"Nontoxic" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Nontoxic"?

"Nontoxic" is pronounced /ˌnän-ˈtäk-sik/ and divided into syllables as non·tox·ic.

What is the origin of the word "Nontoxic"?

First known use: circa 1862.

What is another word for "Nontoxic" meaning "as in nonpoisonous"?

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