nondormant

/ˌnɒndɔrˈmænt/

Definitions

1. adjective

not dormant, especially in a botanical sense; not in a state of inactivity or quiescence

“The nondormant bulbs in the garden continued to bloom despite the harsh winter.”

2. noun

a plant or part of a plant that is not dormant

“The gardener planted a nondormant variety of tulip to ensure early blooms.”

Synonyms

  • evergreen
  • perennial

Antonyms

  • dormant
  • hibernating