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nondefective

nondefective

4.3
An item that works correctly and has no faults
  • adjective
  • /ˌnɒndɪˈfɛktɪv/
translation icon : sin defectos
  • Customers expect every nondefective product to function as advertised.

Examples

  • The technician confirmed that the nondefective units could be shipped to customers immediately.

  • This machine is nondefective.

  • Only nondefective items passed the final quality inspection at the factory.

  • The factory produces nondefective products.

  • The technician confirmed that the machine was nondefective and ready for use.

  • After inspection, they assured the customer that all parts were nondefective.

  • Our quality checks ensure that only nondefective products are shipped to customers.

Synonyms

undamaged
vsnondefective
12 2.4

Not harmed or broken and still in its original condition

stresses being in proper working order rather than only avoiding harm
faultless
vsnondefective
3 4.9

Free from mistakes or flaws

focuses on practical working condition rather than absolute perfection
nondistressed
vsnondefective
5.1

In normal condition with no signs of wear

concerns functioning and absence of faults rather than wear or age
unruined
vsnondefective
4.2

Not destroyed or damaged and still in good condition

means being fit and working well rather than simply surviving damage

Antonyms

57 3.9

Having a fault that makes something not work properly

How Defective

broken
31 1.0
defective
57 3.9
faulty
36 3.5
nondefective
4.3
flawless
76 3.7

Surface Forms

nondefective positive
nondefectiver comparative
nondefectivest superlative

Morphology

nondefective = defective (transparent) = non + defect + ive

The negative prefix 'non-' directly negates the adjective 'defective', yielding the straightforward meaning 'not defective'.

Etymology

The word nondefective is made of non- meaning 'not' and defect meaning 'a fault or problem', so a nondefective item has no faults and works as it should.