Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anything-but
phrase
/ˈɛnɪθɪŋ bʌt/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that something is definitely not the case or that something is not included.
Examples
She is anything but shy when she’s on stage.
The weather today is anything but pleasant; it’s stormy and cold.
This book is anything but boring; it’s quite engaging!
Meaning
This expression emphasizes that whatever is being discussed is far from the thing being mentioned.
Synonyms
definitely not
far from
not at all
