/ˌɪnəˈdɛsɪv/ or in-uh-DEH-siv

Definitions

1. adjective

not sticky or adhesive; unable to hold or stick things together

“The inadhesive surfaces of the new furniture made it difficult to assemble.”

2. noun

a substance or material that is not sticky or adhesive

“The inadhesive coating on the paint made it difficult to apply.”