nay (Meaning)
nay (n)
a negative
nay (r)
not this merely but also; not only so but
nay (adv.)
No; -- a negative answer to a question asked, or a request made, now superseded by no. See Yes.
Not this merely, but also; not only so, but; -- used to mark the addition or substitution of a more explicit or more emphatic phrase.
nay (n.)
Denial; refusal.
a negative vote; one who votes in the negative.
nay (v. t. & i.)
To refuse.
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nay Sentence Examples
- The government resolutely declared, "Nay, we will not tolerate this injustice."
- When asked if she would join the project, she answered with a firm "Nay."
- "Nay, sir," the servant replied respectfully, indicating his refusal.
- The jury unanimously voted "Nay," convicting the defendant of the crime.
- "Nay, I can't possibly accept your offer," she said, regretfully declining.
- The professor emphatically stated, "Nay, this theory lacks sufficient evidence."
- Despite their pleas, the king remained resolute, saying, "Nay, I will not spare him."
- "Nay, I will not change my mind," the stubborn child declared.
- "Nay, I don't believe it," the skeptic exclaimed, doubting the truth of the statement.
- The vote ended with an overwhelming "Nay," rejecting the proposed amendment.
FAQs About the word nay
a negative, not this merely but also; not only so butNo; -- a negative answer to a question asked, or a request made, now superseded by no. See Yes., Not this m
indeed, truly, surely, certainly, in fact, even, definitely, really, yea, in reality
positive,yea, yea, positive, acceptance, grace, approval, grace, acceptance, pro
The government resolutely declared, "Nay, we will not tolerate this injustice."
When asked if she would join the project, she answered with a firm "Nay."
"Nay, sir," the servant replied respectfully, indicating his refusal.
The jury unanimously voted "Nay," convicting the defendant of the crime.
