nonconsumption
- noun
- /ˌnɒn.kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/
:
no consumo
- The nonconsumption of sugary drinks can lead to better health outcomes.
Examples
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Ironically, the papayas become a signifier of nonconsumption because, in the aftermath of her father's death, they are forgotten and thus spoil.
Academic text (2016) -
In other words, a miscellaneous jumble of nonconsumption goods will not necessarily raise final output.
Blog text (9) -
The campaign aimed to promote nonconsumption of single-use plastics to protect the environment.
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Her choice of nonconsumption during the economic downturn helped her save money for future investments.
Synonyms
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7.2
Choosing not to take part in something, often giving up pleasures like alcohol
Not using something for some time
A habit of eating and drinking only small amounts to avoid excess
Antonyms
How Consumed
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3.9
Surface Forms
Morphology
nonconsumption = consumption (transparent) = non + consumption
Simple negation: 'non-' + 'consumption' indicates the state of not consuming something (e.g., not eating or using), which is compositionally transparent.
Etymology
Nonconsumption is made of non- 'not' and consumption 'eating or using', so it means 'not eating or using' something, which is why it describes avoiding certain foods or items.