What does iota mean?
Iota means The ninth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ι, ι)..
Iota
/aɪˈəʊtə/ · noun
Meaning
The ninth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ι, ι)..
Definitions by Sense
- The ninth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ι, ι).
- The Latin letter Ɩ (minuscule: ɩ).
- (chiefly in the negative) A jot; a very small, insignificant quantity.
Example Sentences
As a Greek numeral, iota represents ten.
There are twelve iotas on that page.
Human ill-nature needs but some Homoiousian iota, or even the pretence of one; and will flow copiously through the eye of a needle: thus always must mortals go jargoning and fuming […].
They never depart an iota from the authentic formulas of tyranny and usurpation.
His expression had not changed one iota except perhaps for an additional tightening of his lips.
[E]very iota of its gravitic power.
It was because Sanchez didn't have an iota of faith in what he was saying.
Synonyms for iota
Antonyms for iota
Related Words
Word Forms
- iotas
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for iota?
Common synonyms include ace, atom, atomy, aught.
What is the opposite of iota?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use iota in a sentence?
As a Greek numeral, iota represents ten.
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