Not a whit

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adverb

Not at all.

She did not care a whit about what they thought of her.
Visual representation of "not a whit" - not at all

Often appears as...

  • care not a whit
  • not a whit better

Usage tips

Neutral

Idiomatic

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Archaic Tone

Used in historical or literary contexts to sound old-fashioned or formal.

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Though he begged for forgiveness, she felt not a whit of sympathy.
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Emphasizing Negation

Strengthens the sentiment of 'not at all', used to emphasize the absence of something.

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He did not a whit understand her feelings, leaving her frustrated.
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Subtle Harshness

Can convey a subtle sense of dismissiveness or indifference when used in context.

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The critic's harsh comments affected the artist not a whit.
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