Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
no-kidding
Phrase
/noʊˈkɪdɪŋ/
Definition
An informal phrase used to emphasize that something is true, serious, or surprising, often suggesting that there should be no doubt about it.
Examples
- No kidding, that was the best concert I’ve ever attended.
- He really is a great chef, no kidding!
- No kidding, you won’t believe how much the price has dropped!
Meaning
‘No-kidding’ is used when someone is being serious or stating a fact that might be hard to believe or astonishing.
Synonyms
- No joke
- Seriously
- For real
- Honestly