Nevermore

/ˌnevərˈmɔːr/

adverb

Not ever again.

Only then did she say the fateful word: 'Leave!' And he left her, to return nevermore.

Often appears as...

'nevermore' is often used in literary texts such as poems and old novels. it's most famously used in the phrase 'quoth the raven
nevermore.' from the poem 'the raven' by edgar allan poe.

Usage tips

Literary

adverb

Not ever again.

Only then did she say the fateful word: 'Leave!' And he left her, to return nevermore.

Often appears as...

'nevermore' is often used in literary texts such as poems and old novels. it's most famously used in the phrase 'quoth the raven
nevermore.' from the poem 'the raven' by edgar allan poe.

Usage tips

Literary

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Literary Use

Used more commonly in classic literature or poetry, not in everyday conversation.

Reading Gothic novels, one might find characters vowing to see each other 'nevermore.'

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Dramatic Effect

'Nevermore' adds drama or seriousness to a statement, more than just saying 'never again.'

She whispered 'nevermore' as the door shut, signaling a definitive end.

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Emotional Weight

Conveys a deep sense of finality and despair, often associated with loss or ending.

With the ship sinking, the sailors knew they would see their homes 'nevermore.'

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Asia's rise -- how and...

Children started to go to school. Health services were provided. This is the Great Leap Forward, when China fell down. It was central planning by Mao Tse Tung. China recovered. Then they said, "Nevermore, stupid central planning."