Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

By no means

In no way

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "by no means" is in no way. It is used to emphasize a negative statement. For example, you might say "I am by no means an expert on this topic" or "That is by no means the case."

The other meanings of the idiom are:

• On account of: because of
• To make peace: to end a conflict
• To urge on: to encourage or motivate someone to do something