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Synonyms & Similar Words
still
however
though
nevertheless
nonetheless
despite
regardless
even so
in spite of
notwithstanding
meanwhile
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even
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only
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hitherto
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Meaning of Yet
The primary meaning of the word "yet" is to indicate a contrast or an addition to what has been said, or to indicate that something is still to happen or be done.
Definitions
- Used to indicate a contrast or addition: "I'm tired, yet I'll finish this work."
- Used to indicate that something is still to happen or be done: "I haven't eaten yet."
- Used to indicate a point in time up to which something has or has not happened: "I haven't seen her yet."
- Used to ask someone to wait or be patient: "Wait yet a little while."
Etymology of Yet
The word "yet" originated from Old English "gīet" or "ġēot", which is also the source of the Modern English word "get".
It has been used in the English language since the 9th century, initially with the meaning "up to a certain time" or "until now".
Over time, its usage expanded to include indicating contrast, addition, or a point in time up to which something has or has not happened.
Example Uses
- I'm not going to bed yet, I'm watching this movie.
- She hasn't called me yet, but I'm expecting her to call soon.
- I'm tired, yet I'll finish this project tonight.
- We haven't eaten yet, let's go to the restaurant.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
already
previously
beforehand
earlier
formerly
once
never
not yet
no longer
not anymore
formerly
in the past
earlier on
at an earlier time
before
prior to
beforehand
until then
up to that point
before that
no more
not anymore
previously
earlier
no longer