Synonyms for
Doesnt
Definition
Does not; the contraction of 'does not'.
Synonyms & similar words
Antonyms
Common collocations
- what does
- how does
- why does
- when does
- who does
- it does
- this does
Word family
verb do
Usage note
This is a contraction of 'does not'. It is commonly used in informal speech and writing. Avoid using contractions in very formal academic or professional contexts.
Example sentences
- He doesn't like vegetables.
- She doesn't want to go to the store.
- The dog doesn't bark at strangers.
- The baby doesn't sleep through the night.
- The car doesn't start in the cold.
Quotes
'He doesn't know the meaning of the word fear, but then he doesn't know the meaning of most words.' - Bobby Bowden
'The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.' - Steve Jobs
'I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody.' - Bill Cosby