1. not showing or expressing love; lacking affection or warmth

Examples

• The child grew up in a nonloving household where emotions were rarely expressed.
• His nonloving attitude toward his family members hurt them deeply.
• She described her parents as nonloving and emotionally unavailable.
• The nonloving tone of his voice made it clear he was upset.
• Despite their nonloving relationship, they stayed together for the children.
• A nonloving environment can negatively affect a child's emotional development.