as in nothing
something of little importance
it doesn't matter shucks to her what anyone else earns
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shucks
Noun
-
When Dana, who, like Virginia, had been successful in writing pleasant but undistinguished nothings—in her case, songs for Billy Rose’s revues—decided to try taking on more serious music by studying with Boulanger, Virginia entered a deep downward spiral.—
Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026
-
Why did her mom press so hard for the littlest of nothings?—
Verb
-
Low tides offer a look as the ocean peels back to give people a glimpse at the critters and plant life usually underwater.—
-
Though the show peels back a layer or two in every episode, Barrera’s character remains a bit of a cipher.—
Verb
-
Trump barks in the presentation — audio clipped from previous speeches against his rival.—
-
And as the person behind the camera approaches the pit bull, the dog growls and barks while standing in a fearful crouch.—
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Shucks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shucks. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
