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that

∞ 1.0
To such an extent, often less than expected
  • adverb
  • /ðæt/
: tan
  • But it's not that hard to do now.
  • that much
  • that far
  • that different

You know, it wouldn't be that hard to map.

Examples

Synonyms

so
vsthat
∞ 1.0

To a very large degree

is used to show degree but not necessarily with strong emphasis
this
vsthat
∞ 1.0

To a degree you can see or feel

is used mainly in negative or comparative contexts rather than general indication

Antonyms

less
∞ 1.0

Appears with adjectives and adverbs to show a smaller amount or degree

not at all
∞ 1.0

In no way

Idioms

in that
∞ 3.7

Inside the thing or place just mentioned

something like that
793 2.0

A thing like the one just mentioned

true that
  • Informal
259 8.1

To say you agree with someone

that's that
  • Informal
255 5.1

A final decision that cannot be changed or discussed

for that matter
238 3.9

It is also true of something just mentioned

just like that
  • Informal
199 4.2

Happens suddenly without warning or effort

copy that
  • Informal
85 7.6

I have received and understand the message

Roger that
  • Informal
74 8.0

A short phrase people say to show they understand a message

that does it
  • Informal
74 8.0

You say you will not accept something any more

that is to say
59 3.5

To say something more clearly

to that end
  • Formal
41 4.0

To make that happen

to that effect
31 5.0

Having the same meaning as what was said

be that as it may
  • Formal
31 7.6

Even if that is true, it does not change what happens next

to that extent
14 3.9

As much as someone says or suggests

all that
  • Slang
11 8.9

Someone who thinks they are much better than others

said that shit
  • Offensive
10 9.9

A phrase people say to show strong surprise or that they do not believe what someone just said

to bite the hand that feeds
  • Informal
8 6.7

To harm someone who helps you

all's well that ends well
8 6.4

Words people say when a difficult situation ends well

gift that keeps on giving
  • Informal
8 4.0

Something that keeps bringing good things or joy over a long time

ain't that the truth
  • Informal
6 8.6

Shows strong agreement with something that is clearly true

suck on that
  • Offensive
5 9.9

A rude shout that tells someone you beat or proved them wrong

to that degree
4 3.9

It applies at the level already mentioned

words to that effect
3 7.2

To say the same thing using different words

all that jazz
  • Informal
3 7.9

Other similar things you could mention

to burn that bridge
  • Informal
3 7.7

To end a relationship or opportunity so you cannot use it again

don't touch that dial
  • Archaic
1 9.3

To tell viewers or listeners to keep watching and not change the channel during a break in the show

put that in your pipe and smoke it
  • Informal
1 9.9

Accept this fact even if you do not like it

to kill the goose that lays the golden eggs
1 8.2

To destroy a steady source of income by greedy short-term choices

to touch that dial
  • Archaic
1 9.1

Tell someone not to change the radio or television channel before a show returns

resemble that remark
  • Informal
1 9.9

A joking way to say a comment applies to you

that cheek
  • UK
1 9.9

A strong feeling of surprise and anger at someone's rude, bold act

the cat that ate the canary
  • Informal
1 9.2

A person who looks very pleased because they have a secret success

dog that caught the car
  • Informal
1 9.9

A person who finally gets what they wanted but does not know what to do next

to cross that bridge when it comes
  • Informal
1 5.8

To deal with a problem only when it happens, not before

can't say fairer than that
9.9

An offer that is as fair as possible and cannot be better

to dance with the one that brought you
  • Informal
8.5

Stay loyal to people or groups that supported you

face that would stop a clock
  • Offensive
9.9

A face so ugly that it shocks people

feed me that bullplop
  • Offensive
9.9

To say lies or nonsense to trick someone

give me that pissface
  • Offensive
9.9

Make an angry, unhappy face to show you are annoyed

to grin like the cat that ate the canary
  • Informal
8.8

To smile in a proud, secret way because you feel pleased with yourself

the nail that sticks out gets hammered down
9.9

People criticize and pressure those who stand out to be like everyone else

the family that lays together stays together
9.9

Families stay close and strong by spending time together

the family that sleeps together keeps together
9.9

Families who sleep close together become closer

Compounds

that guy
  • Informal
∞ 7.9

A person, usually male, who behaves in an annoying or rude way

that time of the month
  • Informal
10 6.8

The time when a woman has her monthly period

tie that binds
7 5.3

A shared feeling or value that keeps people together

that bugger
  • Offensive
2 9.9

A person who is annoying or causes trouble

cup that cheers
6.8

A warm drink, like tea, that makes you feel better

kin of that character
  • Slang
9.9

A person who feels very close to a fictional character and sees themselves in that character

god that failed
9.9

A person who once had great power or fame but later does not succeed

that bih
  • NSFW
9.9

A very stylish thing or person that stands out

How Much

completely
∞ 1.0
so
∞ 1.0
that
∞ 1.0
somewhat
811 2.0
slightly
880 1.0

Surface Forms

that positive

Etymology

That as an adverb comes from the Old English þæt, which once meant 'to that degree', so when you say 'not that interesting' you mean 'not to that degree'.