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yet



adverb
1. up to the present time (Freq. 22)
- I have yet to see the results
- details are yet to be worked out
2. used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time (Freq. 15)
- So far he hasn't called
- the sun isn't up yet
Syn:
so far, thus far, up to now, hitherto, heretofore,
as yet, til now, until now
3. to a greater degree or extent;
used with comparisons (Freq. 6)
- looked sick and felt even worse
- an even (or still) more interesting problem
- still another problem must be solved
- a yet sadder tale
Syn:
even, still
4. within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time
- he longed for the flowers that were yet to show themselves
- sooner or later you will have to face the facts
- in time they came to accept the harsh reality
Syn:
in time
5. used after a superlative
- this is the best so far
- the largest drug bust yet
Syn:
so far
6. despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
- although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it
- while we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed
- he was a stern yet fair master
- granted that it is dangerous, all the same I still want to go
Syn:
however, nevertheless, withal, still, all the same,
even so, nonetheless, notwithstanding

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