Word: Every

Pronunciation

/ˈɛvri/

Definitions

• Determiner: Used to refer to all members of a group considered individually; each one. Example: “Every student in the class passed the exam.”
• Adjective: Occurring or existing at all times or in all cases; always. Example: “There’s something new to learn every day.”

Phrase

• “Every now and then”: Occasionally, from time to time. Example: “I like to visit the beach every now and then.”
• “Every which way”: In all directions, everywhere. Example: “The wind was blowing leaves every which way.”
• “Every so often”: At intervals, occasionally. Example: “We should meet up for coffee every so often.”

Example Sentences

• Determiner: “Every member of the team has to attend the meeting.”
• Adjective: “She reads a new book every week to expand her knowledge.”

Synonyms

• Each
• All
• Every one
• Each and every
• Every single (one)