Non-Negotiable

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /nɑnˈnɛɡəʃiəbl/

Definitions of non-negotiable

noun something that is not subject to negotiation or change

Example Sentences

A1 Personal safety is non-negotiable.

A2 Basic human rights are considered non-negotiable.

B1 The company's policy on data privacy is non-negotiable.

B2 The terms of the contract are non-negotiable and must be adhered to.

C1 The non-negotiable nature of the decision was clear to all parties involved.

C2 The non-negotiable deadline for project completion was set by the board of directors.

adjective not open to discussion or modification; firm and uncompromising

Example Sentences

A1 Following the rules at school is non-negotiable.

A2 Wearing a seatbelt in the car is non-negotiable for safety reasons.

B1 Punctuality is non-negotiable in this company.

B2 Maintaining confidentiality with client information is non-negotiable in our industry.

C1 Compliance with industry regulations is non-negotiable for our company's reputation.

C2 Ethical behavior is non-negotiable for professionals in the legal field.

Examples of non-negotiable in a Sentence

formal The company's policy on workplace safety is non-negotiable.

informal Sorry, but the deadline is non-negotiable.

slang His decision to break up with her was non-negotiable.

figurative In order to succeed, dedication and hard work are non-negotiable.

Grammatical Forms of non-negotiable

past tense

was non-negotiable

plural

non-negotiables

comparative

more non-negotiable

superlative

most non-negotiable

present tense

is non-negotiable

future tense

will be non-negotiable

perfect tense

has been non-negotiable

continuous tense

is being non-negotiable

singular

non-negotiable

positive degree

non-negotiable

infinitive

to be non-negotiable

gerund

being non-negotiable

participle

non-negotiable

Origin and Evolution of non-negotiable

First Known Use: 1821 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'non-negotiable' originated from the Latin word 'negotiabilis' which means 'able to be negotiated'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'non-negotiable' has come to signify something that is not open to discussion or modification, especially in the context of agreements or terms.