Nondestructive (adjective)

Not causing damage or destruction; not harmful.

Origin:

The word nondestructive is composed of the prefix "non-" meaning "not" or "the absence of" and the adjective "destructive" meaning "relating to causing damage or destruction".

Examples:

1. The test was nondestructive and allowed the material to be reused.
2. The inspection method was nondestructive and did not harm the structure.
3. The technique was nondestructive and allowed scientists to study the ancient artifact.
4. The process was nondestructive and did not affect the integrity of the sample.
5. The cleaning method was nondestructive and did not damage the surface of the painting.