As a rule of thumb, “nought” (or “aught”) is preferred when dealing with numbers, while “naught” is preferred outside of math.
How do you use aught?
The definition of aught is another way of saying anything or anything at all. An example of usage of the word aught is to say, “I don't suppose you know anything at all about this stain on the carpet?”
How do I use aught in a sentence?
Aught in a Sentence ?
- My psychiatrist says I worry too much, but for aught I know, a stranger could be watching all of my actions.
- Because Gina's parents are extremely controlling, she doesn't want to rely on them for aught.
- The ill-behaved little boy claimed he didn't know aught about the broken glass.
