Synonyms for
Never
Definition
not ever; at no time; not in any circumstances
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- never again
- never before
- never mind
- never say never
- never ever
- never too late
- never enough
Word family
adverb never
Usage note
Never is an adverb indicating a complete absence of occurrence. It is often used for emphasis, especially in negative constructions.
Example sentences
- I will never give up on my dreams.
- He promised to never tell anyone our secret.
- I have never eaten sushi before.
- She said she would never forgive him for what he did.
- I never want to go back to that place again.
Quotes
“Never say never, because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion.” - Michael Jordan
“Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” - Babe Ruth
“It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live, remember that.” - J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone