nondegradable

[ non-di-grey-duh-buh l ]
/ ˌnɒn dɪˈgreɪ də bəl /

adjective

not subject to or capable of degradation or decomposition: nondegradable waste.

noun

something that is not degradable, as a chemical compound.

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decorum
the act of or need for making up one's mind.
dignified propriety of behavior, speech, dress, etc.
a company of singers, especially an organized group employed in church service.
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Origin of nondegradable

non- + degrade + -able

OTHER WORDS FROM nondegradable

non·de·grad·a·bil·i·ty, noun

Words nearby nondegradable

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