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noncommittal

/ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtl̩/
Meanings
  • adjective

    Refusing to make a definite commitment or promise; neutral or uncommitted.

  • adjective

    Not binding or obligating; leaving open the possibility of alternative courses of action.

Pronunciation
  1. /ˌnɑnkəˈmɪtl̩/



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Rhymes
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fatal , vital
Homophones
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  1. noncommittal (en) : adjective: Refusing to make a commitment or promise

  2. noncommittal (en) : noun: A person who is neutral or uncommitted

Variants
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noncommittal , noncommittally
Etymology
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Originally meaning 'not committing a fault', from Latin non commutatum, past participle of commutare, 'to change'.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'noncommittal' is often used in legal contexts to describe a response that does not bind a party to a particular position.

  2. In some cultures, being noncommittal is seen as a sign of respect and politeness, as it allows others to save face by not being pressured into making a decision.

Related Concepts
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  1. ambiguity: A quality of being open to more than one interpretation

  2. neutrality: A state of not taking sides or being impartial

Culture
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In literature, noncommittal characters often serve as a plot device, allowing the reader to speculate about their motivations and allegiances. In art, noncommittal works may be open to interpretation, leaving room for the viewer to project their own meanings onto the piece.

How to Memorize "noncommittal"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person refusing to make a commitment or promise

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the concept of being unbiased or impartial

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: N (neutral), C (committed), O (opening), N (neutral), and C (committed)

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