nontextual

/ˈnɒntɛkˈʃuəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

not having a written or printed text; especially, not including text or words in a visual display or presentation

“The artist’s nontextual sculpture used only abstract shapes and colors.”

2. noun

a quality or aspect of something that is not textual

“The nontextual elements of the video game were its immersive sound effects and background music.”

Synonyms

  • iconic
  • nonverbal
  • visual

Antonyms

  • textual
  • verbal