nonrefundable

adjective

non·​re·​fund·​able ˌnän-ri-ˈfən-də-bəl How to pronounce nonrefundable (audio)
: not subject to refunding or being refunded
a nonrefundable bond
a nonrefundable fee

Examples of nonrefundable in a Sentence

The tickets are nonrefundable unless the show is canceled.
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For example, Allianz’s OneTrip Emergency Medical plan provides up to $50,000 in emergency medical coverage for travelers who aren’t worried about losing their nonrefundable trip deposits. — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 That would mean that the immigrant groups in question could still claim the nonrefundable portion. — Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026 Dogs are welcome for a nonrefundable fee of $75, with a maximum of two dogs per room and a weight limit of 80 pounds per dog. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026 The nonrefundable cleaning fee runs up to $25 per pet per day for the first six nights, then up to $15 per day after that. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nonrefundable

Word History

First Known Use

1963, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nonrefundable was in 1963

Rhymes for nonrefundable

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“Nonrefundable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonrefundable. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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