Synonyms for

Isnt

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Definition

The word 'isnt' is a contraction of the words 'is not'. It is used to express the absence or negation of something.

Synonyms & similar words

isn't ain't

Synonyms by register

Formal

is not does not exist is absent

Informal

ain't isn't it it's not

Literary

doth not exist is not found

Antonyms

is exists lives operates functions persists endures

Common collocations

  • it isnt
  • that isnt
  • this isnt
  • he isnt
  • she isnt
  • they isnt
  • there isnt
  • what isnt

Word family

verb is

Usage note

Isn't is a contraction of 'is not'. It is generally considered informal and should be avoided in formal writing. It is also commonly used in tag questions like 'isn't it?'.

Example sentences

  1. He isn't playing with us today.
  2. She isn't happy with her grades.
  3. The dog isn't barking.
  4. I isn't going to the store.
  5. We isn't allowed to watch TV before finishing our homework.

Quotes

  • 'Success isn't permanent, and failure isn't fatal.' - Mike Ditka
  • 'Fear isn't always a bad thing. It can be the motivator that keeps you moving forward.' - Victoria Arlen
  • 'You can't please everyone, and you can't make everyone like you.' - Katie Couric

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