a substance which, when dissolved in water, gives a nonconducting solution
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            compound that does not conduct an electric current in aqueous solution or in the molten state. (see electrolyte)
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            A nonelectrolyte is a substance which does not ionize in solution.