no-no–Norse Vocabulary (N Words) – Meanings & Synonyms

no-no

Social NormsB2

Meaning: Something that is not allowed or is considered unacceptable.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Chewing gum in class is a big no-no.

Category: Social Norms

Synonyms:

taboo
forbidden

no-nonsense

BusinessC1

Meaning: Practical and serious; not wasting time on trivial matters.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: She has a no-nonsense approach to business.

Category: Business

Synonyms:

practical
serious

non-partisan

PoliticsC2

Meaning: Not biased or affiliated with any political party.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The organization takes a non-partisan stance on issues.

Category: Politics

Synonyms:

impartial
neutral

non-payment

FinanceB2

Meaning: Failure to make a payment that is due.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Non-payment of the bill will result in penalties.

Category: Finance

Synonyms:

default
non-fulfillment

nonplussed

EmotionsC2

Meaning: Surprised and confused; unsure how to react.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: He was nonplussed by the unexpected news.

Category: Emotions

Synonyms:

bewildered
perplexed

non-profit

BusinessB2

Meaning: An organization that does not operate for profit but for a social cause.

Part of speech: noun

Example: She works for a non-profit that helps the homeless.

Category: Business › Organizations

Synonyms:

charity
NGO

non-profit-making

BusinessC1

Meaning: Not intended to make a profit.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The non-profit-making organization relies on donations.

Category: Business › Organizations

Synonyms:

charitable
philanthropic

non-proliferation

PoliticsC2

Meaning: The prevention of an increase in the number of nuclear weapons.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The treaty focuses on non-proliferation of nuclear arms.

Category: Politics › Defense

Synonyms:

disarmament
arms control

non-resident

LawB2

Meaning: A person who does not reside in a particular place.

Part of speech: noun

Example: As a non-resident, you may have different tax obligations.

Category: Law

Synonyms:

outsider
visitor

nonsense

LanguageB1

Meaning: Something that is silly or makes no sense.

Part of speech: noun

Example: His explanation was pure nonsense.

Category: Language

Synonyms:

absurdity
foolishness

nonsensical

LanguageC1

Meaning: Making no sense; absurd.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The idea was completely nonsensical.

Category: Language

Synonyms:

illogical
ridiculous

non-smoker

HealthB1

Meaning: A person who does not smoke tobacco.

Part of speech: noun

Example: As a non-smoker, I prefer places that are smoke-free.

Category: Health

Synonyms:

non-user
tobacco-free

non-smoking

HealthB1

Meaning: Designating an area where smoking is not allowed.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: This is a non-smoking restaurant.

Category: Health

Synonyms:

smoke-free
tobacco-free

non-specific

MedicineB2

Meaning: Not clearly defined or identified.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The symptoms were non-specific and could indicate various conditions.

Category: Medicine

Synonyms:

general
vague

non-standard

TechnologyC1

Meaning: Not conforming to the usual or expected standards.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The software uses a non-standard format.

Category: Technology

Synonyms:

irregular
unconventional

non-starter

BusinessC2

Meaning: An idea or plan that is unlikely to succeed.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The proposal was a non-starter due to lack of funding.

Category: Business

Synonyms:

failure
dead end

non-stick

CookingB1

Meaning: Having a surface that prevents food from sticking.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: I bought a non-stick frying pan for easier cooking.

Category: Cooking

Synonyms:

slick
smooth

non-stop

TravelB1

Meaning: Without stopping; continuous.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: We had a non-stop flight to New York.

Category: Travel

Synonyms:

continuous
uninterrupted

non-union

LaborC1

Meaning: Not affiliated with a labor union.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: He works in a non-union job.

Category: Labor

Synonyms:

non-affiliated
independent

non-verbal

CommunicationB2

Meaning: Not involving spoken or written language.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: Non-verbal communication includes gestures and facial expressions.

Category: Communication

Synonyms:

silent
gestural

non-violent

Social MovementsB2

Meaning: Not involving violence; peaceful.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The protest was non-violent and peaceful.

Category: Social Movements

Synonyms:

peaceful
calm

non-white

Social IssuesC1

Meaning: Not belonging to the white racial group.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The organization focuses on issues affecting non-white communities.

Category: Social Issues

Synonyms:

diverse
multicultural

noodle

FoodA1

Meaning: A type of pasta made from wheat flour.

Part of speech: noun

Example: I love to eat noodle soup on cold days.

Category: Food › Cuisine

Synonyms:

pasta
spaghetti

nook

ArchitectureB2

Meaning: A corner or recess, especially one offering seclusion or security.

Part of speech: noun

Example: She found a cozy nook to read her book.

Category: Architecture

Synonyms:

corner
alcove

nookie

SexualityC2

Meaning: Sexual activity or sexual intercourse.

Part of speech: noun

Example: They were caught having some nookie in the park.

Category: Sexuality

Synonyms:

sex
intercourse

noon

TimeA1

Meaning: The middle of the day; 12 o'clock in the daytime.

Part of speech: noun

Example: We will meet at noon for lunch.

Category: Time

Synonyms:

midday
lunch hour

noonday

TimeC1

Meaning: The time of day when the sun is at its highest point; noon.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The noonday sun was scorching.

Category: Time

Synonyms:

midday
zenith

noose

ToolsC1

Meaning: A loop with a knot that tightens when pulled, often used for tying or hanging.

Part of speech: noun

Example: He tied a noose to secure the package.

Category: Tools

Synonyms:

loop
knot

nope

LanguageA1

Meaning: Informal way of saying 'no'.

Part of speech: interjection

Example: Do you want to go to the party? Nope!

Category: Language

Synonyms:

no
nah

nor

LanguageC1

Meaning: Used to introduce a further negative statement.

Part of speech: conjunction

Example: He didn't call, nor did he send a message.

Category: Language

Synonyms:

neither
not either

Nordic

GeographyB2

Meaning: Relating to the northern European countries, especially Scandinavia.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The Nordic countries have a rich cultural heritage.

Category: Geography

Synonyms:

Scandinavian
northern

norm

SociologyB2

Meaning: A standard or pattern, especially of social behavior.

Part of speech: noun

Example: It's a norm to shake hands when meeting someone.

Category: Sociology

Synonyms:

standard
rule

normal

PsychologyA2

Meaning: Conforming to a standard; usual, typical, or expected.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: It's normal to feel nervous before a big presentation.

Category: Psychology

Synonyms:

usual
standard

Antonyms: abnormal

normalcy

PsychologyC1

Meaning: The state of being normal; normality.

Part of speech: noun

Example: After the crisis, the town returned to normalcy.

Category: Psychology

Synonyms:

normality
regularity

normality

PsychologyC1

Meaning: The condition of being normal; the state of being usual or expected.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Normality was restored after the storm.

Category: Psychology

Synonyms:

normalcy
regularity

normalize

BusinessC2

Meaning: To make something normal or standard.

Part of speech: verb

Example: We need to normalize the process for better efficiency.

Category: Business

Synonyms:

standardize
regularize

normally

LanguageA2

Meaning: Under normal conditions; usually.

Part of speech: adverb

Example: I normally have coffee in the morning.

Category: Language

Synonyms:

usually
generally

Norman

HistoryC1

Meaning: A member of a group of people from northern France who invaded England in the 11th century.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The Normans brought many changes to English culture.

Category: History

Synonyms:

Viking
invader

normative

PhilosophyC2

Meaning: Establishing, relating to, or deriving from a standard or norm.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The study provides normative guidelines for behavior.

Category: Philosophy

Synonyms:

standard
prescriptive

Norse

HistoryC1

Meaning: Relating to the Scandinavian people, especially in the Viking Age.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: Norse mythology is rich with fascinating tales.

Category: History

Synonyms:

Scandinavian
Viking

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