Not half as
adverb
A phrase used to say that someone or something is not nearly or not even close as good, effective, impressive, etc. as another.
Your design is not half as good as I expected it to be.
Often appears as...
- not half as good
- not half as bad
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
adverb
A phrase used to say that someone or something is not nearly or not even close as good, effective, impressive, etc. as another.
Your design is not half as good as I expected it to be.
Often appears as...
- not half as good
- not half as bad
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Comparative Strength
Represents a strong comparison, indicating that something falls significantly short of the standard.
His performance wasn't half as memorable as last year's lead.
Pro Tip 2/3Expectation Versus Reality
Use it to express that reality did not meet someone's expectations or hopes.
The movie was not half as exciting as the trailer suggested.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Disappointment
It can convey a sense of disappointment without being overly harsh or direct.
This cake is not half as tasty as the one you made last time.
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