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iota

[aɪˈəʊtə]

iota Definition

  • 1an extremely small amount
  • 2the ninth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ι, ι)

Using iota: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "iota" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I don't have an iota of doubt about his honesty.

  • Example

    There isn't an iota of truth in what he said.

  • Example

    She didn't show an iota of interest in the lecture.

  • Example

    He didn't move an iota from his position.

iota Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for iota

Phrases with iota

  • not even a small amount

    Example

    I don't care about his excuses, not one iota.

  • the smallest detail or part of something

    Example

    The contract must be followed to the jot or tittle.

  • the very last bit or piece of something

    Example

    He gave his last iota of strength to finish the race.

Origins of iota

from Greek 'iōta', the smallest letter of the Greek alphabet

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Summary: iota in Brief

'Iota' [aɪˈəʊtə] refers to an extremely small amount, as in 'There isn't an iota of truth in what he said.' It can also refer to the ninth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ι, ι). The phrase 'not one iota' means not even a small amount, while 'jot or tittle' refers to the smallest detail or part of something.