The difference between Inessential and Nonessential

When used as nouns, inessential means something that is not essential, whereas nonessential means something that is not essential.

When used as adjectives, inessential means not essential, whereas nonessential means not required.


check bellow for the other definitions of Inessential and Nonessential

  1. Inessential as an adjective:

    Not essential.

    Examples:

    "Leave inessential items behind when there is a fire alarm."

  2. Inessential as an adjective:

    Lacking essence or being.

  1. Inessential as a noun (often in plural):

    Something that is not essential

  1. Nonessential as an adjective:

    Not required; not essential.

  1. Nonessential as a noun:

    Something that is not essential.