Pronunciation

/sʌch/

Definitions

Adjective

1. Descriptive: Used to indicate a similar quality or kind, often preceded by “so” or “as”. For example: “Such a beautiful day!”
2. Excessive: Expressing admiration or emphasis on something extraordinary. For example: “She has such a talent for painting.”
3. Fixed: In certain situations, “such” can be used as a fixed expression with “that”, meaning “to that extent”. For example: “I was so tired that I could sleep for such a long time.”

Phrases

• “Such and such” is used to specify a particular thing or situation.
• “Such a (noun)” is a common construction to emphasize a particular quality or example.
• “Not such a (good/bad)” implies a lesser degree of something.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “She wore such a stunning dress to the wedding.”
• Fixed: “The effort he put into the project was such that it won him a prize.”
• Comparative: “This new smartphone is not such a big improvement over the old one.”

Synonyms

• Like
• Likewise
• Similar
• Identical
• Comparative

Antonyms

• Different
• Opposite
• Unique
• Unmatched

Note: The usage of “such” as a verb, as mentioned earlier for “hello,” is less common and mostly informal. It is more appropriate to use the verb “greet” or “say” when referring to the action of greeting someone.