1. not choosing or discriminating between different options; accepting or affecting all equally

Examples

• The nonselective herbicide killed all plants in the garden, not just the weeds.
• Many state universities have nonselective admission policies.
• The medication has nonselective effects on the nervous system.
• The company used a nonselective hiring approach during the labor shortage.
• Nonselective fishing methods can harm marine ecosystems.
• The antibiotic is nonselective and affects both harmful and beneficial bacteria.