Noncommunicable
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Noncommunicable is an adjective meaning (medicine, of a disease) That cannot be passed on to others; not infectious.
Meaning
(medicine, of a disease) That cannot be passed on to others; not infectious.
Example Sentences
The World Health Organization on Monday warned against using artificial sweeteners to control body weight or reduce the risk of noncommunicable diseases, saying that long-term use is not effective and could pose health risks.
Word Forms
- non-communicable
Synonyms for noncommunicable
Depending on context, synonyms include noncontagious, noninfectious, nontransmissible.
Antonyms for noncommunicable
Common opposites include communicable.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include noninfectious, noncontagious, nontransmissible, non-communicable, incommunicable, uncontagious.
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