by no means

• Expression emphatique servant à indiquer que quelque chose n'est absolument pas vrai, ou à nier ou refuser catégoriquement une proposition.

An emphatic expression used to indicate that something is absolutely not the case, or to strongly deny or reject a suggestion.

1. Not at allB2formal

   Used to emphasize that something is not true or not the case.

   nullement

   • This is by no means an easy task.
   • He is by no means the best candidate for the job.
   • The situation is by no means hopeless.

2. In no wayB2formal

   Used to express strong denial or refusal.

   en aucune façon

   • By no means should you open that door.
   • I am by no means suggesting that we give up.
   • She was by no means satisfied with the result.