NONUNIFORM Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

nonuniform

adjective

Definition of nonuniform

as in irregular

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Recent Examples of nonuniform The volumetric data are therefore rendered unusable, as there is not yet a reliable method for reconciling nonuniform reporting. — Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 30 Apr. 2026 Spin frustration and an exotic critical point in ferromagnets from nonuniform opposite $g$ factors. — Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025 The text argued for the existence of mountains on the moon, among other insights, and attributed the motion of celestial bodies following nonuniform paths to physical causes. — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 10 Oct. 2022 Mozzarella was easily distinguished from the other cheeses by its extremely nonuniform color—more than 3 times more Primitives and an order of magnitude higher CCI than the other cheeses. — Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 25 Aug. 2014

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Adjective

Gynecologists use Pap smears to identify irregular cervical cells that can signal cancer or develop into the disease.

— Shayna Jacobs, NBC news, 1 Aug. 2026
However, domestic flights remain limited, expensive and unpredictable, while ferry services are irregular and the maritime sector struggles with aging fleets and weak incentives to improve.

— Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of irregular

Adjective

The best type of tea to re-steep is anything that starts very potent, or features tea leaves that are on the larger, coarser side, rather than finely ground.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
Basic instructions are to fill your puddler almost to the top with coarse sand.

— Joan Morris, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of coarse

Adjective

However, the fate of EFC’s stock is largely tied to interest rates—shares likely would react well to signs of a cut, but if the market thinks hikes are inbound, this mREIT could be in for a bumpy ride.

— Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Ukraine and its allies need to prepare for a long and bumpy road.

— Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2026

Definition of bumpy

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