nonmetric

/ˌnɑnˈmɛtrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

not related to or based on measurement or quantity

“The nonmetric approach to art evaluation is gaining popularity among critics.”

2. noun

a system or method that does not use measurement or quantity

“The nonmetric system of mathematics has been used for centuries in certain cultures.”

Synonyms

  • nonnumerical
  • qualitative

Antonyms

  • metric
  • numerical