What does ZILCH mean?

Zilch Parts of Speech

Noun, Adjective

Definitions

1. (Noun) Nothing, zero, nil. 2. (Adjective) Having no value, worthless.

Pronunciations

US: /zɪltʃ/; UK: /zɪlʃ/

Origin and Usage

The word "zilch" is believed to have originated in the United States in the 1960s as a slang term for "nothing". It is now commonly used in both American and British English. As an adjective, "zilch" means having no value or being worthless, while as a noun it refers to a complete absence or lack of something.

Synonyms

None, zero, nil, nothingness, emptiness, nullity.

Related Words

None

Example Sentences

• He searched his pockets but found zilch.
• The companys latest product was a complete failure and was deemed zilch by consumers.
• Despite her efforts, she received zilch recognition for her hard work.