Synonyms of nonexistent

nonexistent

adjective

ˌnän-ig-ˈzi-stənt 

as in absent

not present or in evidence

our perennially nonexistent computer tech is, once again, not here today

Synonyms & Similar Words

• absent
• lacking
• missing
• extinct
• vanished
• lost
• wanting
• inadequate
• insufficient
• sparse
• obsolete
• defunct
• scarce
• over
• done
• expired
• departed
• dead
• rare
• uncommon
• finished
• perished
• lapsed
• passé

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• present
• existent
• active
• current
• alive
• living
• thriving
• common
• prevailing
• prevalent
• going
• obvious
• apparent
• evident
• conspicuous
• animate
• plain
• uncanceled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nonexistent

The Wi-Fi and cell service were pretty much nonexistent, which all but highlighted the fact that the true heart of the home was really the outdoor space. — Rachel Fletcher, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Oct. 2026

And the Group has attributed archival images to nonexistent institutions—like the Museum of Fine Art New York. — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 25 Oct. 2026

The rushing attack was worse than nonexistent, with minus-17 yards. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026

Publicly reported crime — in a place where residents have far bigger budgets than any law enforcement agency in the country — is reported to be nonexistent. — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026