Not arranged in a straight line or sequential order.
The artist's nonlinear approach to storytelling made the film both intriguing and challenging to follow.
Involving equations or systems that are not linear, meaning they do not form a straight line when graphed.
The engineer had to solve a complex nonlinear equation to optimize the design of the new bridge.
Describing a process or system in which a change in input does not produce a proportional change in output, often involving feedback, thresholds, or complex interactions.
Climate is a nonlinear system in which a slight rise in temperature can set off large, unexpected changes.