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never

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈnɛvər/

KK: /ˈnɛvər/

adverb
Definition

At no time; not at all; used to indicate that something will not happen or has not happened.


Example

I have never seen such a beautiful sunset.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried that new restaurant downtown?
Sloth B
No, I’ve never been there yet, but I’ve heard great things.
Sloth A
You should definitely go! I’ve never tasted anything like their pasta.
Sloth B
That sounds amazing! I’ll make sure to check it out this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
not
naught
no
Antonyms
always
ever
forever
Root Explanation

Never → This word originates from Old English 'nǣfre', meaning not ever or at no time. It signifies the absence of occurrence at any point in time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not ever' to remember that 'never' means at no time.

Visually Confused Words
nerver
neer
ever
enfever
sneer
sever
rever
nieve
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