4/6 Easily confused words

 

Anymore vs. Any More

Though they look similar, "anymore" (one word) and "any more" (two words) have different meanings and uses.

1. Meaning and Difference

• Anymore (adverb) – means "no longer" or "at present" and is used in negative sentences or questions.
• Any more (determiner + noun phrase) – refers to an additional amount of something.

2. Usage and Examples

✅ Correct usage:

• I don’t live in that city anymore. (No longer)

• Do you work here anymore? (At present)

• Do you have any more sugar? (An additional amount)

• She didn’t buy any more books. (More books)

❌ Common mistake:

• I don’t want any more to study. ❌ (Should be "anymore")
• I don’t want to study anymore. ✅ (Correct)
• I don’t want anymore coffee. ❌ (Should be "any more")
• I don’t want any more coffee. ✅ (Correct)

Quick Trick to Remember

• Anymore = No longer
• Any more = Additional amount