1. not aggressive; not hostile, violent, or forceful in behavior or attitude
2. not likely to spread or become worse
Usage: medical

Examples

• The dog was completely nonaggressive and friendly with children.
• She preferred a nonaggressive approach to solving conflicts.
• The doctor explained that the tumor was nonaggressive and slow-growing.
• His nonaggressive personality made him well-suited for customer service.
• The therapy uses nonaggressive techniques to reduce stress.
• Most nonaggressive cancers can be monitored rather than treated immediately.