Synonyms for

Nay

Verb / neɪ / Another word for nay — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Nay means no or not.

Synonyms & similar words

yea no negative denial refusal rejection veto non not disapproval dissent contradiction opposition repudiation turndown refutation never

Synonyms by register

Formal

negation rejection dissent veto

Informal

nope nah no way not a chance

Literary

nill never

Antonyms

yes aye affirmative yea indeed agreed

Common collocations

  • vote nay
  • say nay
  • cast a nay
  • nay vote
  • nay sayer
  • nay saying
  • nay to that

Word family

adverb nay

Usage note

Nay is an archaic or formal word for 'no', often used in parliamentary or voting contexts. It is rarely used in modern everyday conversation.

Example sentences

  1. I asked my mom if I could have ice cream for dinner, but she said nay.
  2. The vote was 5 in favor and 10 nay.
  3. Nay, I will not go to the party because I have too much homework.
  4. He nayed the proposal because he didn't think it was a good idea.
  5. Nay, I do not want to play that game again.

Quotes

  • Nay, be a Columbus to whole new continents and worlds within you, opening new channels, not of trade, but of thought.
  • Nay, if we would know what a man is like, we must be acquainted with him in some shape or other.
  • Nay, Madam, I can tell you some news of him; you loved him not so ill.

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