All

Definition

All is a determiner, pronoun, adverb, and noun. As a determiner and pronoun, it refers to the whole quantity or extent of a particular group or thing. As an adverb, it can mean entirely or completely. As a noun, it represents the entirety of something or everyone in a group.

Parts of Speech

• Determiner
• Pronoun
• Adverb
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɔl/
• Respelling: awl

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɔːl/
• Respelling: awl

Etymology

The word "all" originates from the Old English term "eall," meaning "entire" or "whole." It shares roots with Old High German "al" and Old Norse "allr," all conveying the concept of totality or completeness.

Derivatives

• Altogether (adverb)
• All-inclusive (adjective)
• Ally (noun)
• Allness (noun)
• All-out (adjective)

Synonyms

• Entire
• Complete
• Every

Antonyms

• None
• Some
• Part

Usage

The word "all" is used to indicate the entirety of a group, quantity, or concept. For instance, "They ate all the food," or "She is all alone." It emphasizes totality in various contexts.

Related Terms

• Whole: Complete or entire, without division.
• Total: The complete amount or sum of something.
• Universal: Relating to or affecting the entirety of something.

Detailed Definitions

Determiner

• The whole quantity or extent of: Used to emphasize completeness.
  • Example: "She spent all her savings."

Pronoun

• Everything or everyone: Refers to the entirety of a group or set.
  • Example: "All were in agreement."

Adverb

• Completely or entirely: Indicates full extent or degree.
  • Example: "She was all alone."

Noun

• The whole of something: Represents entirety or totality.
  • Example: "They gave their all in the game."