nonmaterial

nonmaterial
/non'meuh tear"ee euhl/, adj.
1. not material or composed of matter.
2. not involving, seeking, or primarily concerned with riches or material things; involving or concerned with the spiritual, intellectual, or cultural aspects of life.
3. of or pertaining to the spirit or soul; spiritual: to minister to a person's nonmaterial needs.
[1935-40; NON- + MATERIAL]

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