not (A1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /nɒt/

Definition

Used to make a verb, adjective, or other adverb negative.

Examples

• She is not coming to the meeting.

• This is not a good idea.

• He did not understand the question.

How to Use not

not only... but also (idiom)

Used to connect two related ideas, emphasizing that both are true. — "She is not only intelligent but also very kind."

not at all (idiom)

Used to give a negative response, meaning 'no' or 'never'. — "Do you mind if I open the window? - Not at all."

Synonyms of not

Words with a similar meaning to not:

• no
• never
• hardly
• scarcely

Antonyms of not

Words with the opposite meaning to not:

• yes
• always

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