1. not involving judgment, assessment, or evaluation of worth or quality
Usage: academic; formal

Examples

• The researcher used nonevaluative language to describe the participants’ responses.
• Nonevaluative feedback focuses on describing behavior rather than judging it.
• The therapist maintained a nonevaluative stance during the session.
• Teachers were trained to give nonevaluative observations of student work.
• The study required nonevaluative data collection methods.
• Her nonevaluative approach helped create a safe discussion environment.