nonstop
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for nonstop, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Continuing without any pause or stop, especially for a journey.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Continuing without any pause or stop, especially for a journey.
“We took a nonstop flight from London to Tokyo.”
Opposites
2. adverb
Without stopping or pausing.
“They danced nonstop for three hours.”
How to use nonstop
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
nonstop flight
talk nonstop
work nonstop
Etymology
From non- plus stop.
Full origin of nonstop →Frequently asked questions
What does “nonstop” mean?
The word “nonstop” means continuing without any pause or stop, especially for a journey. In plain terms, without any breaks or interruptions along the way.
How do you pronounce “nonstop”?
“Nonstop” is pronounced non-STOP (/ˌnɑnˈstɑp/ in IPA).
How do you use “nonstop” in a sentence?
Here is “nonstop” used in a sentence: “We took a nonstop flight from London to Tokyo.”
What part of speech is “nonstop”?
Depending on how it is used, “nonstop” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Is “nonstop” a common word?
“Nonstop” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “nonstop” have?
“Nonstop” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: continuing without any pause or stop, especially for a journey.
