Phrase guide

so much the worse for

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

Used to indicate that an unfortunate event, outcome, etc. is of the subject's own doing; and that the speaker feels no great concern for it.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: +object

Examples

  • If he cannot realize the error of his ways, then so much the worse for him.

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Translations

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  • Italian: tanto peggio per — indicates that an unfortunate event is the subject's own doing