Phrase guide

not so much

phrase · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

Indicates that the speaker identifies with a prior statement to a much lesser degree (or not at all) than the other person.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • My mom really likes spinach; me, not so much.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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phrase

Meaning 2

Indicates that one factor is much more relevant or important than another.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • It's not so much that he's a bad person, but that his political views are too extreme.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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