Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

noncommunication

noun
/nɒn.kəˌmjun.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The absence or failure to communicate.
Examples
  • Noncommunication between team members can lead to misunderstandings.
  • The project’s failure was partly due to noncommunication among the departments.
  • During the argument, noncommunication became a major issue that escalated tensions.
Meaning
Noncommunication refers to situations where communication does not occur, whether intentionally or due to barriers.
Synonyms
  • Silence
  • Disconnection
  • Isolation
  • Incommunicado