Definition

Referring to a specific person, thing, or idea that is not close in distance or time; used to indicate something that is understood or implied.

Example

I prefer that option over the others.

Conversation

Did you see that movie we talked about?

Yeah, I finally watched it last night!

What did you think of that ending?

It was so surprising; I didn't see it coming at all!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To such a degree or extent; used to indicate the level of something.

Example

I didn't know the situation was that serious.

Conversation

Is your project due that soon?

Yeah, I can’t believe it’s coming up so quickly.

I thought we had more time than that.

Definition

A word used to introduce a clause, often indicating a specific thing or idea being referred to.

Example

She said that she would come to the party.

Conversation

I heard that the concert is sold out now.

Really? I was hoping to get tickets for that.

Yeah, it's such a popular band that everyone wants to see them.

Definition

A word used to refer to a specific thing or person that has been mentioned or is known.

Example

The book that I borrowed was fascinating.

Conversation

Do you remember that movie we watched last week?

Yeah, it was really entertaining!

I can't believe how much I enjoyed that, especially the ending.

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English 'þæt' (pronounced 'that'), meaning 'the' or 'that'.

Memory Tip

Think of 'that' as a word used to point out something specific, just like the Old English word it comes from.

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