Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nothing-short-of

phrase
/ˈnʌθɪŋ ʃɔrt ʌv/
Definition
Used to express that something is as good as or equal to something else, often with an emphasis on the quality or extent of the comparison.
Examples
  • This performance was nothing short of amazing.
  • Her dedication to the project was nothing short of inspiring.
Meaning
The phrase indicates that something matches or exceeds a specified standard or expectation.
Synonyms
  • equivalent to
  • as good as
  • comparable to