CEFR B2

nought

noun

Meaning

The number zero; nothing.

Examples

The team scored nought goals in the first half of the match.
His efforts amounted to nought, as the project was eventually cancelled.

Synonyms: zero, nothing, nil, cipher

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nought (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /nɔːt/

Definition

The number zero; nothing.

Examples

The team scored nought goals in the first half of the match.
His efforts amounted to nought, as the project was eventually cancelled.
She started with nought experience but quickly learned the ropes.

How to Use nought

come to nought (idiom): To fail or amount to nothing. — "Despite all their planning, the expedition came to nought."
set at nought (idiom): To treat as worthless or disregard completely. — "His advice was set at nought by the rebellious teenagers."

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