Yet — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb conjunction /ˈyet/

Meaning & Definition of Yet

Yet (adverb)

  1. in addition, besides
  2. even
  3. on top of everything else, no less

Yet (conjunction)

  1. but nevertheless, but

Yet (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. at a later time

    "we may yet figure it out"

    similar: eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, ultimately, at last, at length, in the end, in the fullness of time, in time
    related: anon, before long, by and by, directly, imminently, momentarily, presently, shortly, soon, forthwith, immediately, promptly, pronto, right away, right now, right off, straightaway, straightway
    near: ne'er, never, nevermore

  2. in addition to what has been said

    "offered yet another option for our planned tour of Europe"

    similar: additionally, again, also, besides, either, further, furthermore, likewise, more, moreover, then, too, withal, as well, for good measure, in addition to, into the bargain, on top of, to boot, what's more

  3. in spite of that

    "the hikers were scared, and yet they continued to go deeper into the cave"

    similar: even so, howbeit, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, still, still and all, though, withal, all the same, at the same time
    related: after all, anyhow, regardless, per contra

  4. up to this or that time

    "we have yet to win a single game"

    "she had yet to accomplish a single thing"

    similar: heretofore, hitherto, theretofore, so far, thus far
    related: before, formerly, previously
    opposite: henceforth, henceforward, hereafter, thenceforth, thenceforward, thereafter
    near: afterward, later, subsequently, hereupon, thereupon

Yet (conjunction) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. if it were not for the fact that

    "it feels like summer, yet according to the calendar we're still in early spring"

    similar: but, except, only, saving

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Yet

The most common words with a similar meaning to Yet:

eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, ultimately, additionally, again, also, besides, either, further, furthermore, likewise, more, moreover, then, too, withal, even so, howbeit, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, still, still and all, though, heretofore, hitherto, theretofore, at last, at length, in the end, in the fullness of time, in time, as well, for good measure, in addition to, into the bargain

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Yet

Words with the opposite meaning of Yet:

henceforth, henceforward, hereafter, thenceforth, thenceforward, thereafter

Related Words for Yet

anon, before long, by and by, directly, imminently, momentarily, presently, shortly, soon, forthwith, immediately, promptly, pronto, right away, right now, right off, straightaway, straightway, after all, anyhow, regardless, per contra, before, formerly, previously

Near Antonyms of Yet

ne'er, never, nevermore, afterward, later, subsequently, hereupon, thereupon

Origin & Etymology of Yet

Middle English, from Old English gīet; akin to Old Frisian ieta yet

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Yet

Words & Phrases Containing Yet

yet again, as yet, just yet, the best is yet to come/be, early days (yet)

Frequently Asked Questions about Yet

What does "Yet" mean?

"Yet" means in addition, besides. As an an adverb and a conjunction, it is defined as: in addition, besides. It has 5 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Yet"?

Other words for "Yet" include eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, ultimately, additionally and again. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Yet" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Yet"?

There are 76 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Yet". Common alternatives include eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, ultimately, additionally, again, also and besides.

What is the opposite of "Yet"?

Antonyms of "Yet" include henceforth, henceforward, hereafter, thenceforth, thenceforward and thereafter. Near antonyms include ne'er, never, nevermore and afterward.

How do you use "Yet" in a sentence?

Examples of "Yet" in a sentence: "we may yet figure it out"; "offered yet another option for our planned tour of Europe"; "the hikers were scared, and yet they continued to go deeper into the cave".

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

"Yet" can be used as an adverb and a conjunction, depending on the context.

Is "Yet" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Yet" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Yet"?

"Yet" is pronounced /ˈyet/.