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What is another word for Nill?

Pronunciation: [nˈɪl] (IPA)

Nill is a term that implies the absence or lack of something. It is often used in negative expressions such as "to no avail," "nothing," or "null and void." However, there are several synonyms for the word nill that can be used interchangeably depending on the context. These synonyms include words like "zero," "nil," "void," "naught," "nothingness," "nonexistence," "absence," and "negation." Each of these words conveys the same idea of lacking something or the absence of something. So, if nill doesn't quite fit the sentence, there are several other options to choose from that can express the same idea.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Nill

To Rohritz, who, will he Nill he, has had to place his hands at the disposal of the arch Stasy as a reel for her crewel, the Baroness's voice partly recalls a sentinel and partly a tragic actress; she always talks in fine rounded periods, as if she suspected a stenographer concealed near.
"Erlach Court"
Ossip Schubin
It is uncommon low, is a trial, and-' Sir George halted so abruptly that will-he, Nill-he, the other went on a few paces.
"The Castle Inn"
Stanley John Weyman
Mr. Dunborough, who was of the party will-he, Nill-he, and asked nothing better than to take out in churlishness the pressure put upon him, stood firmly to it, he would take no more than one person to the men.
"The Castle Inn"
Stanley John Weyman

Related words: nil, zero, N/A, nada, nothing, nil nisi prius

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