nonparticipant

[ non-pahr-tis-uh-puhnt ]

noun

1. a person who does not participate.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonparticipant¹

First recorded in 1880–85; non- + participant

Example Sentences

In most of the studies, trial participants and nonparticipants got the same or very similar treatment.

From Science Magazine

Walker was listed as a nonparticipant in Tuesday’s practice, though that workout was a light one — players were not in pads — due to the quick turnaround to Thursday night.

From Seattle Times

James was on the field again Thursday in Costa Mesa but remained a nonparticipant in drills.

From Los Angeles Times

Comparing participants and nonparticipants, the study showed participants walked away with a clearer sense of their self-management and communication skills, more knowledge of the labor market and increased enrollment in school.

From Los Angeles Times

Like Catholic University, also a nonparticipant, Trinity Washington is near the Brookland-CUA station on the Red Line.

From Washington Post