zilch
/zɪltʃ/
NOUN
1. Nothing or zero
Nothing at all; an amount, quantity, or result equal to zero or completely nonexistent.
1.1. Absence of anything
An informal expression meaning absolutely nothing, especially when referring to an absence of evidence, information, resources, or results.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- something
- anything
- everything
- something substantial
Examples
- After searching for hours, I found zilch evidence to support the wild conspiracy theory.
- Despite studying all night, I knew zilch about the topic when the exam started.
- The empty fridge contained zilch in terms of edible options.
Related Words
- nothingness
- void
- absence
- nonexistence
- emptiness
- nullity
- zero
1.2. Zero amount or quantity
An informal way of emphasizing that the amount, value, or quantity of something is exactly zero.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- Despite his promises, the unreliable contractor delivered zilch progress on the construction project.
- She expected gratitude for her efforts, but received zilch acknowledgment from her unappreciative colleagues.
Related Words
NOUN
2. A person of no importance
A person regarded as insignificant, worthless, or lacking importance, influence, or social standing.
2.1. An insignificant or unimportant person
A person considered to be a nobody or nonentity, having little or no influence, recognition, or importance in a particular social or professional setting.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Words
- obscurity
- insignificance
- mediocrity
- unknown
- unimportance
- anonymity
VERB
3. To defeat completely or prevent scoring
To cause an opponent or competitor to score no points, or to defeat someone decisively.
3.1. Preventing an opponent from scoring
To keep an opposing player or team from scoring any points in a competition, resulting in a zero score.
Synonyms
- shut out
- blank
- hold scoreless
Antonyms
Related Words
- zero score
- whitewash
- rout
- sports competition
- scoreless
ADJECTIVE
4. Nonexistent or equal to zero
Having no amount, value, or existence; equivalent to nothing or zero.
4.1. Having no amount or value
Describes an amount, quantity, or value that is completely absent or equal to zero.
Synonyms
- zero
- nil
- nonexistent
- null
- nonexistent in amount
Antonyms
- positive
- existing
- substantial
- significant
- considerable