abiological

/ˌæbaɪˈɒlɒdʒɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking biological character or process

“The abiological nature of the spacecraft made it difficult to determine its origins.”

2. noun

a substance or process that lacks biological character or process

“The abiological compounds in the soil were found to have no effect on the surrounding ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • biologically inactive
  • nonbiological

Antonyms

  • biogenic
  • biological