nonconventional

adjective

ˌnän-kən-ˈvench-nəl How to pronounce nonconventional (audio)
Definition of nonconventionalnext
as in unconventional
not bound by traditional ways or beliefs his nonconventional cures were the subject of some controversy

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Recent Examples of nonconventional Green Berets are training alongside Mexico’s elite marine infantry units in conventional and nonconventional combat techniques. — Risa Brooks, Foreign Affairs, 8 Apr. 2025 After building two lucrative businesses, the serial entrepreneur and attorney set her sights on ensuring her family was also a success in a nonconventional way. — Jasmine Browley, Essence, 6 Oct. 2024 The house was founded in 1966 by Spanish fashion maverick Paco Rabanne, whose futuristic vision and use of nonconventional materials became a reference in Space Age chic. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019 Oil producers are working harder than ever to replace their reserves and, increasingly, turning to nonconventional petroleum sources such as Canada’s tarry bitumen and ultra-deepwater offshore wells. — IEEE Spectrum, 30 Aug. 2012 See All Example Sentences for nonconventional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonconventional
  1. unconventional
  2. modern
  3. liberal
  4. progressive
  5. nontraditional
  6. contemporary
  7. radical
Adjective
  • Once regarded as one of baseball's better outfield prospects, Cameron has now taken an unconventional route back toward the majors.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Your 9th House of Higher Learning activates as the Moon conjoins unconventional Uranus there, inviting you to widen your view and experiment with a different path.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of unconventional
Adjective
  • While newer schools featured modern amenities, Windsor Middle had largely remained unchanged.
    — Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 14 July 2026
  • The old supermarket-style, functional interiors are gone, and in their place are sleek architectural details, a scattering of midcentury modern furniture and colorful LED screens broadcasting the M&S seasonal campaigns.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
Definition of modern
Adjective
  • Primary characters Maude Findlay (Bea Arthur) is an outspoken and liberal housewife and the star of the show.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026
  • Many Democrats fear a nominee seen as too liberal will play to Collins’ strengths.
    — Philip Wang, Time, 14 July 2026
Definition of liberal
Adjective
  • Religious groups fight back In Miami, religious activism aligning with traditionally progressive movements has been emerging in recent years.
    — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
  • In making the jab, Conway became one of many aldermen — most vocally Latino and progressive City Council members — who have flagged the investment firm’s ICE ties.
    — Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
Definition of progressive
Adjective
  • Ferdon detailed how the crypto currency exchange became one of the biggest brands in the emerging world of nontraditional finance and banking options.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 3 July 2026
  • Policies often fail to address tokenized assets and nontraditional trading activity, while surveillance systems still rely primarily on traditional broker and exchange data, leaving much of the decentralized and on-chain environment unmonitored.
    — Kelvin Dickenson, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of nontraditional
Adjective
  • The façade is partially clad in white terra-cotta, an old-fashioned material that speaks to the neighborhood’s vintage architecture, but is used here in a contemporary way.
    — Fred Albert, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Surrounded by olive trees, thyme, and lavender, Skinopi Lodge offers a contemporary take on traditional syrmata.
    — Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
Definition of contemporary
Adjective
  • But Democratic leaders fear that the insurgent candidates risk blowing winnable races for Democrats with messages considered too radical for most voters.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 July 2026
  • The lightweight formula is 95% naturally derived, blending vitamin E with antioxidant-rich apricot for hydration and free-radical protection.
    — Deanna Pai, Vogue, 10 July 2026
Definition of radical

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“Nonconventional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonconventional. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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