Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
will-never-do-would-never-do
Phrase
/wɪl ˈnɛvər duː, wʊd ˈnɛvər duː/
Definition
The phrase ‘will never do, would never do’ expresses a strong certainty that something is unacceptable or inadequate in a particular situation.
Examples
- Using outdated software will never do in a competitive environment.
- That kind of attitude would never do in a professional setting.
- This solution will never do for our current needs.
Meaning
It indicates that a certain action or behavior is completely unsuitable or impossible in the speaker’s opinion.
Synonyms
- Unacceptable
- Inappropriate
- Insufficient
- Unsuited
