naught
3 synonyms for naught, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Pron — Nothing; zero.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use naught
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
come to naught
all for naught
Etymology
From Old English nawiht, literally "no thing" — built from ne ("not") plus wiht ("thing, creature"), the same wiht that survives in "wight."
Full origin of naught →Frequently asked questions
What does “naught” mean?
The word “naught” means nothing; zero. In plain terms, an old-fashioned or literary word for "nothing.".
How do you pronounce “naught”?
“Naught” is pronounced nawt (/nɔːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “naught” in a sentence?
Here is “naught” used in a sentence: “All his efforts came to naught.”
What part of speech is “naught”?
“Naught” is a pronoun.
Where does the word “naught” come from?
The word “naught” comes from Old English. From Old English nawiht, literally "no thing" — built from ne ("not") plus wiht ("thing, creature"), the same wiht that survives in "wight.".
