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Everything

UK /["/ˈevriθɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈevriθɪŋ/"]/

Definition

all things

In simple words: all things; all that exists

Examples

  • Everything had gone.
  • When we confronted him, he denied everything.
  • Take this bag, and leave **everything else** to me.
  • She seemed to **have everything**—looks, money, intelligence.
  • Everything in the capital is now quiet.
  • ‘How's everything with you?’ ‘Fine, thanks.’
  • Money isn't everything.
  • My family **means everything** to me.
  • Have you got his name and address and everything?
  • She told me about the baby and everything.

Usage notes

Use 'everything' in general contexts. It's suitable for conversations, written texts, and all registers, but avoid formal academic writing where specificity is required.

Grammar pattern

everything + verb

Memory hint

Sounds like 'every single thing' — imagine a big box filled with all objects.

Collocations

  • everything is fine
  • everything changes
  • everything you need
  • everything will be okay

Synonyms

  • all
  • the whole
  • the entirety
  • everything else
  • each thing

Antonyms

  • nothing

Common mistakes

  • 'Everythings' as a plural form
  • Using 'everything' with uncountable nouns incorrectly
  • Confused with 'all' or 'everyone'