at all

adverb

: in any way or respect : to the least extent or degree : under any circumstances
doesn't smoke at all

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
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Freezing is a non-toxic, chemical-free way to kill pests at all life stages (eggs, larvae, and adults), by causing ice crystals to form inside insect cells, which ruptures them and kills the insect. Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2025 Hermon and his family wanted to be sure there was someone with their dad at all times. Ryan Katz, NPR, 21 July 2025 Legacy systems often sync data slowly or don’t sync data at all, and today’s logistics world moves much faster than that. Toni Pisano, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 There also are signs providing detailed information about rip currents and pier safety, and warning buoys at all seven beaches to separate swimmers from boat traffic. Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 21 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for at all

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of at all was in the 15th century

Cite this Entry

“At all.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20all. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

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
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!