Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
not necessarily true
Phrase
/nɒt ˈnɛsəˌsɛrɪli truː/
Definition
Not always accurate or valid; a phrase indicating that something may not be correct in every situation.
Examples
- Just because he is late does not necessarily mean he missed the bus.
- Her silence does not necessarily mean she agrees with you.
- Not necessarily true, but some experts have differing opinions on this topic.
Meaning
This expression suggests that a statement, idea, or belief is not universally applicable and may only be true under certain conditions or contexts.
Synonyms
- not always accurate
- not inherently true
- not uniformly valid
