Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

noncumulative

Adjective
/ˌnɒnˌkjuː.mjʊˈleɪ.tɪv/
Definition
Referring to something that does not accumulate or build up over time.
Examples
  • The noncumulative nature of the scoring system means that only current performance matters.
  • In a noncumulative tax system, each year is assessed independently from previous years.
  • The research used a noncumulative methodology to avoid bias from earlier studies.
Meaning
Noncumulative describes an approach or method where past results do not affect future outcomes.
Synonyms
  • Independent
  • Non-accumulative
  • Segregated
  • Discrete