not at all

idiomatic phrase

Pronunciation: nɒt æt ɔːl

Definition

A polite way to indicate that something is not a problem, or to emphasize that something is definitely not the case.

Examples

• I asked if he was tired, and he replied, 'Not at all, I feel quite energized.'

• Thank you so much for your help today! 'Not at all, it was my pleasure.'

• The project is not at all finished, so we will need to work through the weekend.

Synonyms of not at all

Words with a similar meaning to not at all:

• no
• never
• by no means
• in no way

Antonyms of not at all

Words with the opposite meaning to not at all:

• completely
• entirely

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