far from (something)

far from (something)

Nowhere close to being something; not at all similar or equivalent to something. Yes, our business is far from a success right now, but we refuse to give up. A: "Is he athletic?" B: "Far from it! But he does love sports."
See also: far
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

far from

see under far cry from.
See also: far
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

far from something/doing something

almost the opposite of something or of what is expected: It is far from clear (= it is not clear) what he intends to do. Far from being grateful for our help, she said we had ruined the evening.
See also: far, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

far from

Not at all; anything but: You are far from a failure.
See also: far
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • all right
  • (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
  • a/the feel of (something)
  • a straw will show which way the wind blows
  • a crack at (someone or something)
  • (you) wanna make something of it?
  • a fast talker
  • all for the best
  • a thing of the past
  • a slew of (something)