nonexistent

word

Definition

Not existing or not real; something that does not have any presence or reality.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used in formal or descriptive writing. Common collocations: "nonexistent problem," "almost nonexistent," "resources are nonexistent." Not used for people, only for things, qualities, or situations.

Example Sentences

Support for the idea was nonexistent.

basic

Clean water is almost nonexistent in some areas.

basic

The species is now nonexistent in the wild.

basic

After midnight, public transportation is basically nonexistent here.

natural

The difference between the two versions is almost nonexistent.

natural

Real privacy online is basically nonexistent nowadays.

natural