zilch
13 synonyms for zilch, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Nothing at all; zero.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Traces back to "Joe Zilch," an American placeholder name from 1920s vaudeville and newspaper columns, used the way "John Doe" is used today.
Full origin of zilch →Frequently asked questions
What does “zilch” mean?
The word “zilch” means nothing at all; zero. In plain terms, an informal way of saying "nothing" or "zero.".
How do you pronounce “zilch”?
“Zilch” is pronounced zihlch (/zɪlt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “zilch” in a sentence?
Here is “zilch” used in a sentence: “I asked for a raise and got zilch.”
What part of speech is “zilch”?
“Zilch” is a noun.
Where does the word “zilch” come from?
The word “zilch” dates back to around 1920. Traces back to "Joe Zilch," an American placeholder name from 1920s vaudeville and newspaper columns, used the way "John Doe" is used today.
