Meaning & Definition of word "Nothing"
Nothing
/ˈnʌθɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. Not anything; no single thing.
- Example: He said nothing during the meeting.
- 2. Something that has no value or significance.
- Example: To him, that trophy was nothing.
- 3. The absence of all things; the state of nonexistence.
- Example: In the void, there was nothing.
adverb:
- 1. Not at all; to no extent.
- Example: She cares nothing for material possessions.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old English nōthing, literally ‘no thing’.
Common Phrases and Expressions
nothing to write home about:
Not particularly good or impressive.
nothing ventured, nothing gained:
You cannot achieve anything without taking risks.
nothing lasts forever:
All good things come to an end.
Related Words
naught:
A term meaning nothing or zero.
void:
A state or condition of emptiness.
Slang Meanings of nothing
Meaning: A complete failure or worthless situation.
● Example Sentence: That party was a nothing.
Meaning: A situation where someone is not doing anything.
● Example Sentence: I spent the whole weekend doing nothing.