ace
0 antonyms and opposites of ace, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A playing card marked with a single symbol, usually ranked highest or lowest in a game.
How to use ace
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French as, from Latin as, assis, meaning "a unit" or "a small copper coin" — the idea of being the "one" or top unit carried over into cards and skill.
Full origin of ace →Frequently asked questions
What does “ace” mean?
The word “ace” means a playing card marked with a single symbol, usually ranked highest or lowest in a game. In plain terms, a top card, an expert at something, or (in tennis) an unreturned serve; also used as an informal word for "excellent.".
How do you pronounce “ace”?
“Ace” is pronounced AYS (/ˈeɪ̯s/ in IPA).
How do you use “ace” in a sentence?
Here is “ace” used in a sentence: “She drew the ace of spades and won the hand.”
What part of speech is “ace”?
Depending on how it is used, “ace” can be a noun, a verb and an adjective.
Where does the word “ace” come from?
The word “ace” comes from Latin. From Old French as, from Latin as, assis, meaning "a unit" or "a small copper coin" — the idea of being the "one" or top unit carried over into cards and skill.
Is “ace” a common word?
“Ace” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ace” have?
“Ace” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a playing card marked with a single symbol, usually ranked highest or lowest in a game.
In card games, is the ace high or low?
An ace is a playing card marked with a single symbol, and depending on the game it can rank either highest or lowest. In many games it is the top card above the king, but in others it counts as one, the lowest value. The rules of each game decide which applies.
What is the difference between an ace and an expert?
An 'ace' is an informal, punchy word for a person who is extremely skilled at something, as in 'a computer ace.' 'Expert' is a more neutral, formal term for someone with deep knowledge or skill. 'Ace' adds admiration and a casual tone that 'expert' does not.
What are common phrases that use ace?
Common phrases include 'ace up your sleeve,' 'ace it,' and 'a flying ace.' 'An ace up your sleeve' means a hidden advantage, while 'ace it' means to do something extremely well. 'Flying ace' describes a highly skilled fighter pilot.