Aught — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

pronoun adverb noun /ˈȯt/

Meaning & Definition of Aught

Aught (pronoun)

  1. anything
  2. all, everything

Aught (adverb)

  1. at all

Aught (noun)

  1. zero, cipher
  2. nonentity, nothing
  3. the ten year period from 2000 through 2009

Aught (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the numerical symbol 0 or the absence of number or quantity represented by it

    "for dates, the year is automatically listed as a pair of aughts, so the user has to scroll down to the correct figure"

    similar: cipher, goose egg, naught, nil, nothing, o, oh, zero, zilch, zip
    related: blank, void

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Aught

The most common words with a similar meaning to Aught:

cipher, goose egg, naught, nil, nothing, o, oh, zero, zilch, zip

Related Words for Aught

blank, void

Origin & Etymology of Aught

Middle English, from Old English āwiht, from ā ever + wiht creature, thing aye, wight

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Aught

for aught one knows

Frequently Asked Questions about Aught

What does "Aught" mean?

"Aught" means anything. As an a pronoun, an adverb and a noun, it is defined as: anything.

What is another word for "Aught"?

Other words for "Aught" include cipher, goose egg, naught, nil, nothing, o, oh and zero. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Aught" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Aught"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Aught". Common alternatives include cipher, goose egg, naught, nil, nothing, o, oh, zero, zilch and zip.

How do you use "Aught" in a sentence?

Examples of "Aught" in a sentence: "for dates, the year is automatically listed as a pair of aughts, so the user has to scroll down to the correct figure".

Is "Aught" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Aught" can be used as a pronoun, an adverb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Aught"?

"Aught" is pronounced /ˈȯt/.

What is the origin of the word "Aught"?

"Aught" comes from Middle English, from Old English āwiht, from ā ever + wiht creature, thing aye, wight. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Aught" meaning "the numerical symbol 0 or the absence of number or quantity represented by it"?

When "Aught" (noun) means the numerical symbol 0 or the absence of number or quantity represented by it, synonyms include cipher, goose egg, naught, nil, nothing and o.