Pronunciation

/ˈenɪvən/

Definitions

• Adjective: Used to describe an unspecified person, typically one chosen at random from a group. Can also be used as a pronoun to refer to any person. For example: “Anyone can volunteer for this task.”
• Pronoun: Refers to an unknown or unspecified person. For example: “If anyone knows the answer, please speak up.”

Phrases

• “Anyone interested?” is a way of asking if there’s someone who wants to participate.
• “Anyone can join” indicates that no specific qualifications are required.
• “Anyone but me” implies that a particular person is excluded.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “We need volunteers, anyone willing to help is welcome.”
• Pronoun: “I’m not sure if anyone saw what happened over there.”

Synonyms

• Somebody
• Anybody
• Person
• Individual
• Someone

Antonyms

• Nobody
• No one
• Specific person (when referring to a known person)