no meaning and definition

NO noun

Definition of no (noun)

1. a negative
   • "his no was loud and clear"
   • antonym: yes
2. a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding curium with carbon ions; 7 isotopes are known
   • synonyms: atomic number 102, nobelium

NO adjective

Definition of no (adjective)

1. quantifier; used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns for indicating a complete or almost complete lack or zero quantity of
   • "we have no bananas"; "no eggs left and no money to buy any"; "have you no decency?"; "did it with no help"; "I'll get you there in no time"
   • antonym: all

NO adverb

Definition of no (adverb)

1. referring to the degree to which a certain quality is present
   • "he was no heavier than a child"
   • synonyms: no more
2. not in any degree or manner; not at all
   • "he is no better today"
3. used to express refusal or denial or disagreement etc or especially to emphasize a negative statement
   • "no, you are wrong"