Iota
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /aɪˈəʊtə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Iota is a noun meaning The ninth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ι, ι).
Meaning
The ninth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ι, ι).
More Meanings
- The Latin letter Ɩ (minuscule: ɩ).
- (chiefly in the negative) A jot; a very small, insignificant quantity.
Example Sentences
[E]very iota of its gravitic power.
There are twelve iotas on that page.
As a Greek numeral, iota represents ten.
It was because Sanchez didn't have an iota of faith in what he was saying.
Word Forms
- iotas
Synonyms for iota
Depending on context, synonyms include ace, atom, atomy, aught, bissel, bit.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tittle, scintilla, smidgin, smidge, smidgeon, smidgen.
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