Term: wouldn't

Description

"Wouldn't" is a contraction of the words "would" and "not". It is commonly used in English as a negative form of the auxiliary verb "would" to indicate a lack of willingness, refusal, or disbelief.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Lack of willingness

When used in this sense, "wouldn't" expresses a person's unwillingness to do something.
Example Sentence: She wouldn't help me with the household chores.

Sense 2: Refusal

In this sense, "wouldn't" is used to indicate a person's refusal to do or allow something.
Example Sentence: He wouldn't let me borrow his car for the weekend.

Sense 3: Disbelief or doubt

When used in this sense, "wouldn't" expresses skepticism or a lack of belief in something.
Example Sentence: I wouldn't believe him even if he told me the truth.

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