Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zero
noun / adjective
/ˈzɪəroʊ/
Definition
Zero is the integer that precedes one and follows negative one. It represents the absence of quantity or a null amount.
Examples
- The temperature dropped to zero degrees last night.
- She scored zero points in the game.
- There are zero excuses for not studying.
Meaning
In mathematics, zero is a fundamental concept that denotes nothingness, a baseline or starting point in various contexts. It can also refer to a score or measurement that indicates a void.
Synonyms
- nil
- nothing
- naught
- null
