nonionic

/ˌnoʊnaɪˈɒnɪk/; /ˈnoʊnaɪɒnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not having a charge or ion; not containing ions

“The nonionic detergent was chosen for its gentleness on skin.”

2. noun

A substance that does not have ions

“The researcher studied the properties of nonionic compounds in the lab.”

Synonyms

  • nonpolar
  • uncharged

Antonyms

  • charged
  • ionic