naught

Definition

Nothing.

Etymology

From the Middle English naught, nought, naht, nawiht, from Old English nawiht. Cognate with West Frisian neat (“nothing, naught”). Doublet of nought. Equivalent to ne + aught.

Example Sentences

• "Naught can come of this, you mark my words."
• "Eat! Drink! Love! for all else is naught."
• "But that was naught to my old mate, he didn't mind at all."