adverb
up to the present time
Examples
- I have yet to see the results
- details are yet to be worked out
adverb
used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time
Synonyms
Examples
- So far he hasn't called
- the sun isn't up yet
adverb
to a greater degree or extent
Synonyms
Examples
- used with comparisons
- looked sick and felt even worse
- an even (or still) more interesting problem
- still another problem must be solved
- a yet sadder tale
adverb
within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time
Synonyms
in time
Examples
- he longed for the flowers that were yet to show themselves
- sooner or later you will have to face the facts
- in time they came to accept the harsh reality
adverb
used after a superlative
Synonyms
so far
Examples
- this is the best so far
- the largest drug bust yet
adverb
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
Synonyms
Examples
- although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it
- while we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed
- he was a stern yet fair master
- granted that it is dangerous, all the same I still want to go