at all

adverb

: in any way or respect : to the least extent or degree : under any circumstances

doesn't smoke at all

Synonyms of at all

• ever
• half

Examples of at all in a Sentence

wasn't at all pleased with the way the family portrait came out

Recent Examples on the Web

One key recommendation is to keep valuables as close to your body as possible at all times by wearing an anti-theft crossbody. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2026

One date, however — their March 10 bill in Springfield, Massachusetts — won’t have a backing band at all. — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2026

Sundance Institute’s documentary film program supports nonfiction storytellers at all stages of their projects and careers via financial, creative and strategic assistance. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026

Boots on the Ground Midwest will host gatherings at all the Johnson County early voting locations. — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for at all

• aldol
• armhole
• atoll
• awol
• backhaul
• banal
• baseball
• befall
• cabal
• catchall
• cecal
• centrale

Kids Definition

at all

adverb

ət-ˈȯl, 

ə-ˈtȯl, 

at-ˈȯl

: in any way : under any circumstances

will go anywhere at all

doesn't mind at all

not at all likely