yet

/jˈɛt/

/ˈjɛt/

yet

up until the current or given time; thus far; not now, used in negative statement

synonyms : right now

to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons

synonyms : even

within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time

synonyms : in time

up to a particular point in time

used after a superlative

synonyms : so far

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

yet

used to add a statement that is surprising compared to what has just been said

Examples

1. Has the postman been yet?

2. Has your headache gone yet?

3. Yet another candidate has thrown his hat into the ring.

4. The club has yet raised $1,000 for charity.