Means - tested-Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Means refers to a method, tool, or way of doing something. It can also indicate resources or wealth. For example, Buses are a common means of transport, or He has the means to buy a car.
Definition:
A method or instrument used to achieve a purpose, or financial resources available.
Synonyms:
method, way, resource, medium, instrument
Part of Speech:
noun, verb
Antonyms:
ends, extremes
Common Collocations:
means of transport, means of communication, by all means, beyond one's means, live within one's means
Derivatives:
meaningful, meaningfully, meaningless
Usage Tips:
Use "means" as a noun for methods/resources or as a verb (third person singular of "mean"). Avoid confusion with "meaning."
Common Phrases:
by no means, a means to an end, ways and means
Etymology:
From Old English "mǣnan" (to intend), influenced by Latin "medius" (middle) and French "moien" (means).
Examples:
- 1. She found the means to travel abroad.
- 2. The train is a fast means of transportation.
- 3. He earns enough to live within his means.
- 4. By no means should you give up now.