anymore
UK: ˌɛnɪˈmɔː | US: ˌɛniˈmɔr
adv. 1. Used in negative or interrogative contexts to indicate "no longer" or "at present."
adv. 2. (US dialect) In positive contexts, meaning "nowadays" or "these days."
The word "anymore" evolved from the Middle English phrase "ani more," combining "any" (derived from Old English "ǣnig," meaning "some") and "more" (from Old English "māra," meaning "additional"). Originally, it functioned as a literal combination ("any more") but later fused into a single adverb. In modern usage, it primarily appears in negative constructions (e.g., "I don’t do that anymore") to denote cessation. In some American dialects, it has gained a positive sense (e.g., "I love sushi anymore"), reflecting linguistic evolution.
She doesn’t live here anymore.
Do you visit them anymore?
(US dialect) Anymore, I prefer tea over coffee.
They hardly argue anymore since the counseling.
Is this brand popular anymore?