Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [goh bahy]
- /goʊ baɪ/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [goh bahy]
- /goʊ baɪ/
Definition of go-by word
- noun go-by a going by without notice; an intentional passing by; snub: to give one the go-by. 1
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Origin of go-by
First appearance:
before 1605 One of the 40% oldest English words
First recorded in 1605-15; noun use of verb phrase go by
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Parts of speech for Go-by
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
go-by popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
Synonyms for go-by
noun go-by
- rejection — the act or process of rejecting.
- snub — to treat with disdain or contempt, especially by ignoring.
- rebuke — to express sharp, stern disapproval of; reprove; reprimand.
- reprimand — a severe reproof or rebuke, especially a formal one by a person in authority.
- repulse — to drive back; repel: to repulse an assailant.
Antonyms for go-by
noun go-by
- praise — the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
- compliment — A compliment is a polite remark that you say to someone to show that you like their appearance, appreciate their qualities, or approve of what they have done.
- inclusion — the act of including.
- welcome — a kindly greeting or reception, as to one whose arrival gives pleasure: to give someone a warm welcome.
- approval — If you win someone's approval for something that you ask for or suggest, they agree to it.