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Everyone - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Everyone means all the people in a group or all individuals being referred to. It is used to talk about every person without exception, often implying inclusivity. Example: Everyone enjoyed the party.

everyone

/ˈɛvriˌwʌn/ /ˈɛvrɪwʌn/

Definition:

Every person, all people collectively without exception.

Synonyms:

everybody, all, each one, the whole group

Part of Speech:

pronoun

Antonyms:

nobody, no one

Common Collocations:

everyone knows, everyone agrees, everyone loves, everyone needs, everyone has

Derivatives:

everyones (rare possessive form), everyone's (contraction)

Usage Tips:

Use "everyone" for groups; it’s singular but refers to all individuals collectively.

Common Phrases:

everyone and their mother, everyone under the sun, everyone has their day

Etymology:

From Old English "ǽfre ǽlc" (ever each) combined with "one."

Examples:

  • 1. Everyone is welcome to join the party tonight.
  • 2. She greeted everyone with a warm smile.
  • 3. Everyone needs to bring their own lunch tomorrow.
  • 4. Does everyone understand the instructions?
  • 5. Everyone cheered when the team won the game.

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