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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Something
The primary meaning of the word "something" is an unspecified or unknown thing, object, or entity.
Definitions
- Used to indicate the existence of a thing, but without being specific about what it is
- Used to indicate a thing that is not known, seen, or heard, but is suspected or believed to exist
- Used to indicate a thing that is not specified or identified, but is implied or suggested
Etymology of Something
The word "something" originated from Old English "sum" meaning "some" and "thing" meaning "object" or "entity"
The term has been used in the English language since the 9th century to refer to an unspecified or unknown thing or object
Over time, the word has evolved to include various meanings and connotations, including its use as a pronoun, noun, and adverb
Example Uses
- I think there's something in the room, but I'm not sure what it is
- She felt like something was missing, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it
- He said something about going to the store, but I didn't catch what it was
- There's something about that place that I just don't like
- I'm looking for something to eat, do you have any suggestions?
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
nothing
zero
zilch
nil
none
nobody
no one
emptiness
void
absence
lack
nonexistence
oblivion
insignificance
triviality
inconsequence
unimportance