Not all that good, well, etc.
phrase
Not very good or well; mediocre or slightly below average.
The food in this restaurant is not all that good.
Often appears as...
- not all that good
- not all that well
phrase
Used to express mild disappointment or dissatisfaction about something or someone.
The party was not all that fun, I left early.
Often appears as...
- not all that fun
- not all that exciting
Usage tips
Disapproving
phrase
Not very good or well; mediocre or slightly below average.
The food in this restaurant is not all that good.
Often appears as...
- not all that good
- not all that well
phrase
Used to express mild disappointment or dissatisfaction about something or someone.
The party was not all that fun, I left early.
Often appears as...
- not all that fun
- not all that exciting
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Expectation Setting
Conveys slightly below-average quality, used to temper expectations in a subtle way.
Don't get too excited about the movie; it's not all that good.
Pro Tip 2/3Tactful Criticism
A gentle or polite way to express criticism without being too harsh.
Your essay isn't all that well-structured, but it has great ideas.
Pro Tip 3/3Conversational Tone
Common in casual conversation, not usually found in formal writing.
His drumming skills are not all that impressive.
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