nay

• 古旧或正式的副词，意为“不”或“甚至不”。用于引出比刚说的更强的说法，常见于文学或修辞语境。

An archaic or formal adverb meaning 'no' or 'not even.' It is used to introduce a stronger or more accurate statement than the one just made, often in literary or rhetorical contexts.

1. Not only that, but alsoC1formalbritish

   Used to introduce a stronger or more precise statement than the one just made.

   更有甚者

   • He was a great leader, nay, a visionary.
   • The task is difficult, nay, impossible.
   • She is talented, nay, a genius in her field.

   同义词actuallyevenin factindeedrather

• 表示否定回答、拒绝或反对的名词，常用于正式场合或投票表决中。

A noun referring to a negative response, refusal, or denial, often used in formal or voting contexts.

1. A negative voteB2formal

   A vote against a proposal or motion.

   反对票

   • The final count was 10 yeas and 5 nays.
   • He cast a nay in the parliamentary vote.
   • The proposal was rejected due to the number of nays.

   同义词negativeno

   反义词yea