nonparticipation

[ non-pahr-tis-uh-pey-shuhn ]

noun

1. absence of participation:

   Nonparticipation of citizens in political matters hampers efforts toward better government.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonparticipation¹

non- + participation

Example Sentences

President Donald Trump’s agriculture secretary, Sonny Perdue, cited food waste and nonparticipation as key rationales for the shift, even though an agency study failed to support that thesis.

From Washington Post

As a result, Kohberger’s nonparticipation in a lengthy conversation about the Moscow homicides stands out in retrospect, said the master’s student.

From Seattle Times

While others try to explain her perspective, her nonparticipation leaves an unavoidable hole.

From New York Times

Trump aides had rolled back rules, initially easing policies regarding whole grain, nonfat milk and sodium, citing food waste and nonparticipation as key rationales.

From Washington Post

Somewhat buried in the article about the anguish regarding UCLA’s nonparticipation in the Holiday Bowl, Chip Kelly mentions “the unvaccinated players.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• evasion
• prevention
• restraint