Everybody

Definition

Everybody is a pronoun that refers to all people, meaning every person within a group or population. It is used to emphasize inclusiveness and universality.

Parts of Speech

• Pronoun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɛvriˌbɑdi/
• Respelling: EV-ree-bah-dee

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɛvriˌbɒdi/
• Respelling: EV-ree-bod-ee

Etymology

The word "everybody" originated from Middle English, combining "every," meaning "each individual," and "body," referring to "person." It evolved to emphasize all individuals within a group, often interchangeable with "everyone."

Derivatives

• Everyone (pronoun)
• Everybody’s (possessive form)
• Everybody else (phrase)
• Every person (phrase)
• Every one (separate phrase)

Synonyms

• Everyone
• All
• Each person

Antonyms

• Nobody
• No one
• None

Usage

The term "everybody" is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate all individuals in a group, as in "Everybody agreed with the decision." It emphasizes inclusivity and is often interchangeable with "everyone."

Related Terms

• Everyone: Another pronoun meaning all people.
• Each: Refers to every single individual within a group.
• All: Used to encompass the entirety of a group or quantity.

Detailed Definitions

Pronoun

• All people; every person: Refers inclusively to every individual within a group or context.
  • Example: "Everybody enjoyed the performance."
• Used for general statements about people: Often used to make a statement that applies to people in general.
  • Example: "Everybody likes a good story."