Even/much/still less

phrase

Used to show that something is even less likely or suitable than something else.

I struggle with high school math, much less college-level calculus.
Visual representation of "even/much/still less" - Used to show that something is even less likely or suitable than something else.

Often appears as...

  • i can't even walk
  • much less run.

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Marks a progression from a lesser to a greater degree of emphasis.

I don't even know your name, much less your intentions.
Visual representation of "even/much/still less" - Marks a progression from a lesser to a greater degree of emphasis.

Often appears as...

  • i'm not even tired
  • much less ready to sleep.

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to show that something is even less likely or suitable than something else.

I struggle with high school math, much less college-level calculus.
Visual representation of "even/much/still less" - Used to show that something is even less likely or suitable than something else.

Often appears as...

  • i can't even walk
  • much less run.

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Marks a progression from a lesser to a greater degree of emphasis.

I don't even know your name, much less your intentions.
Visual representation of "even/much/still less" - Marks a progression from a lesser to a greater degree of emphasis.

Often appears as...

  • i'm not even tired
  • much less ready to sleep.

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "even/much/still less"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Improbability

Highlights that the second task or event is harder to imagine than the first, already difficult one.

Illustration for Emphasizing Improbability
It's hard to save a little money, much less a fortune.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Contrast of Suitability

Compares two scenarios showing the second is an even worse fit or less appropriate.

Illustration for Contrast of Suitability
This room isn't suitable for three people, much less a party of ten.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Not a Preference

Indicates strong opposition or a lack of preference for the second option.

Illustration for Not a Preference
I wouldn't rent this apartment, much less buy it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Improbability

Highlights that the second task or event is harder to imagine than the first, already difficult one.

Illustration for Emphasizing Improbability
It's hard to save a little money, much less a fortune.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Contrast of Suitability

Compares two scenarios showing the second is an even worse fit or less appropriate.

Illustration for Contrast of Suitability
This room isn't suitable for three people, much less a party of ten.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Not a Preference

Indicates strong opposition or a lack of preference for the second option.

Illustration for Not a Preference
I wouldn't rent this apartment, much less buy it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Improbability

Highlights that the second task or event is harder to imagine than the first, already difficult one.

Illustration for Emphasizing Improbability
It's hard to save a little money, much less a fortune.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Contrast of Suitability

Compares two scenarios showing the second is an even worse fit or less appropriate.

Illustration for Contrast of Suitability
This room isn't suitable for three people, much less a party of ten.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Not a Preference

Indicates strong opposition or a lack of preference for the second option.

Illustration for Not a Preference
I wouldn't rent this apartment, much less buy it.
Visual representation of the word "Even/much/still less"

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