What does nothing mean?
Nothing means Not any thing; no thing..
Nothing
/ˈnʌθɪŋ/ · pronoun
Meaning
Not any thing; no thing..
Definitions by Sense
- Not any thing; no thing.
- An absence of anything, including empty space, brightness, darkness, matter, or a vacuum.
- Something trifling, or of no consequence or importance.
- A trivial remark especially in the term sweet nothings.
- A nobody (insignificant person).
- (archaic) Not at all; in no way.
- Completely unimportant.
- Lacking effort or commitment.
Example Sentences
Don't just say nothing. Tell me what's going on.
Nothing bad will happen, will it?
There remains nothing more to be done.
See? there’s nothing!
Feels like I'm wearing nothing at all! Nothing at all! Nothing at all!
Wage earners that resemble nothing so much as former southern slaves.
the players see little or nothing of their cards at first starting
A ceremony at which two persons undertake to become one, one undertakes to become nothing, and nothing undertakes to become supportable.
Synonyms for nothing
Antonyms for nothing
Related Words
Word Forms
- nuffin
- nuffink
- nuttin
- nuttin'
- nuthin
- nuthin'
- nuthing
- nothin'
- nothink
- nothings
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for nothing?
Common synonyms include not a thing, naught, jack, nada.
What is the opposite of nothing?
Possible antonyms include anything, everything, something.
How do you use nothing in a sentence?
Don't just say nothing. Tell me what's going on.
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