Pronunciation: /mɪər ˈnʌθɪŋ/
noun a person or thing of no importance or value
A1 To some people, a mere nothing can mean a lot.
A2 She dismissed his apology as a mere nothing.
B1 The mistake was seen as a mere nothing in the grand scheme of things.
B2 The team's victory was more than just a mere nothing to their fans.
C1 His contribution to the project was not just a mere nothing, it was crucial.
C2 The artist's work was not seen as a mere nothing, but a masterpiece in the making.
adjective used to emphasize how small or unimportant something is
A1 She thought the gift was a mere nothing, but it meant a lot to him.
A2 The problem seemed like a mere nothing at first, but it turned out to be more serious.
B1 To some people, a cup of coffee is a mere nothing, but to others, it's a daily necessity.
B2 Her achievements were dismissed as mere nothing by her critics, but she knew they were significant.
C1 The artist's work was not just a mere nothing, it was a masterpiece of creativity and skill.
C2 The CEO considered the competitor's offer a mere nothing compared to the potential of their own company.
formal The value of the antique vase was considered a mere nothing compared to the priceless paintings in the collection.
informal Don't worry about that small scratch on your car, it's a mere nothing.
slang I thought the new movie was going to be amazing, but it turned out to be a mere nothing.
figurative Her apology felt like a mere nothing after all the hurtful things she said.
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