Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nonempty

Adjective

/nɒnˈɛmpti/

Definition

Not empty; containing at least one element or member.

Examples

A nonempty set must include at least one number, otherwise, it would be considered empty.
In programming, a nonempty string contains one or more characters.
The nonempty list of participants ensured that the meeting would go ahead as planned.

Meaning

The term ‘nonempty’ is used to describe a set, collection, or space that has at least one item or substance. In contrast to ’empty’, which means devoid of content, ‘nonempty’ indicates presence or fullness.