Nevermore
/ˈnɛv.ər.mɔːr/noun
An adverb used to indicate that something will never happen again.
Did you know?In ancient lore, the phrase 'nevermore' is often associated with omens and prophecies, symbolizing eternal despair and the finality of death.
Etymological Timeline
Middle English
English
never
“Not ever; at no time.”
Old English
Old English
nǣfre
“Not ever; never.”
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*naiʀwaz
“Not ever; not at any time.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*nē
“Not; negation.”
Middle English
English
more
“A greater quantity; in addition.”
Old English
Old English
māra
“Greater; more.”
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*maizō
“Greater, larger.”