Pronunciation

/hoʊˈevər/

Definitions

• Adjective: Referring to anyone, without specifying who; uncertain or unknown. For example: “The instructions apply to whoever is responsible.”
• Pronoun: Used to refer to an unknown or unspecified person, typically as the subject of a clause. For example: “Whoever left the door open should close it.”

Phrases

• “Anyone who” introduces a relative clause that specifies a group of people.
• “Whichever one” can be used as a synonym for “whoever” when referring to options.
• “No matter who” implies that the action applies regardless of the identity of the person.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “I’ll leave the key under the doormat for whoever needs it.”
• Pronoun: “Whoever wins the prize will receive a cash reward.”

Synonyms

• Anyone
• Whoever they may be
• Anybody
• Some unknown person
• The person (in question)

Antonyms

• Nobody
• Specific individuals
• Known person(s)