everyone
6 synonyms and 1 antonyms for everyone, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Pronoun — Every person; everybody.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Middle English everichon, an alteration influenced by "every."
Full origin of everyone →Frequently asked questions
What does “everyone” mean?
The word “everyone” means every person; everybody. In plain terms, all the people in a group, considered one by one.
How do you pronounce “everyone”?
“Everyone” is pronounced EHV-ree-wuhn (/ˈɛv.ɹi.wʌn/ in IPA).
How do you use “everyone” in a sentence?
Here is “everyone” used in a sentence: “Everyone was invited to the wedding.”
What is the opposite of “everyone”?
The opposite of “everyone” — its antonyms — is no one.
What part of speech is “everyone”?
“Everyone” is a pronoun.
Where does the word “everyone” come from?
The word “everyone” comes from Middle English. From Middle English everichon, an alteration influenced by "every.".
Is “everyone” a common word?
“Everyone” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
What is the difference between 'everyone' and 'every one'?
Written as one word, 'everyone' means all people: 'Everyone laughed.' Written as two words, 'every one' stresses each separate item or person in a group and is often followed by 'of': 'Every one of the cakes was gone.' A quick test — if you can swap in 'everybody,' use the single word.
Is 'everyone' singular or plural?
Grammatically, 'everyone' is singular and takes a singular verb: 'Everyone is here,' not 'are here.' It feels plural because it refers to many people, which causes confusion. In modern usage it is usually paired with 'they' and 'their' — 'Everyone brought their own lunch' — even though the verb stays singular.
What is the difference between 'everyone' and 'everybody'?
There is no difference in meaning — both refer to every person. 'Everybody' feels slightly more casual and 'everyone' a little more formal, but the two are interchangeable in almost every sentence. Both are singular and take a singular verb, so you say 'Everybody knows' just as you say 'Everyone knows.'