nonhomogeneous
Lacking consistent composition
Nonhomogeneous describes something that lacks uniformity—its parts differ in composition, structure, or character.
In mathematics and physics, a nonhomogeneous equation or system includes terms that prevent a simple zero solution: The nonhomogeneous differential equation required a particular solution.
More broadly, any mixture or population with varied elements qualifies: a nonhomogeneous soil sample, a nonhomogeneous student body.
Varying across instances
- variableProne to fluctuation
- differentialRelative difference between things
- anisotropicVarying with orientation
- stratifiedArranged in stacked layers
composite · multicomponent · mixed · uneven · disparate · dissimilar · diverse · inconsistent
Of many types
- multiculturalIncluding multiple ethnic traditions
- pluralisticAllowing coexisting differences
- mixedBlended from varied elements
- variedDiffering in type
stratified · segmented · unequal · disparate · differentiated · multiethnic · heterogenous · cosmopolitan
Combined but unbonded substances
- alloyMetallic combination
- compositeMade of distinct parts
- blendCombine into mixture
- suspensionTemporary halt or exclusion
emulsion · aggregate · laminate · particulate · fiber-reinforced · concrete · sediment · colloid
Meaningfully complex or difficult
- coefficientNumber multiplying a variable
- eigenvalueScalar satisfying determinant equation
- matrixOrdered numerical arrangement
- complementaryMutually supplying lacks
integration · operator · Laplace · transform
non-uniform
Varying across instances
- variableProne to fluctuation
- differentialRelative difference between things
- anisotropicVarying with orientation
stratified · composite · multicomponent · mixed · uneven · disparate · dissimilar · diverse · inconsistent · irregular
diverse
Of many types
- multiculturalIncluding multiple ethnic traditions
- pluralisticAllowing coexisting differences
- mixedBlended from varied elements
varied · stratified · segmented · unequal · disparate · differentiated · multiethnic · heterogenous · cosmopolitan · eclectic
mixture
Combined but unbonded substances
suspension · emulsion · aggregate · laminate · particulate · fiber-reinforced · concrete · sediment · colloid · dispersion
non-trivial
Meaningfully complex or difficult
- coefficientNumber multiplying a variable
- eigenvalueScalar satisfying determinant equation
- matrixOrdered numerical arrangement
complementary · integration · operator · Laplace · transform
nonhomogeneoushomogeneous
Alike in composition throughout
uniform · consistent · even · identical · undifferentiated
heterogeneous, homogeneous, homogenize, homogeneity, heterogeneity, homogenization, inhomogeneous, unhomogenized, heterogeneously