Everywhere

Definition

Everywhere is an adverb meaning in or to all places. It refers to something that exists, appears, or occurs in every location without restriction.

Parts of Speech

• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɛvriˌwɛr/
• Respelling: EV-ree-wair

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɛvrɪweə/
• Respelling: EV-ree-wair

Etymology

The word "everywhere" originates from Middle English, formed by combining "every," indicating inclusiveness, and "where," meaning place or location. It entered English in the 14th century to refer to "all places" or "anywhere."

Derivatives

• Everywhereness (noun)
• Every (determiner)
• Everywhere’s (possessive noun form, informal)
• Everyplace (noun, informal synonym)
• Ever-present (adjective, related)

Synonyms

• All over
• Throughout
• Universally

Antonyms

• Nowhere
• Somewhere
• Partially

Usage

The adverb "everywhere" is commonly used to express something present in all locations or directions. For example, "We searched everywhere for the missing keys." It implies totality in spatial coverage and is often used to emphasize inclusivity.

Related Terms

• Anywhere: Refers to any unspecified place or location.
• Somewhere: Refers to an unspecified or unknown place.
• Everyplace: Informal synonym for "everywhere," indicating all locations.

Detailed Definitions

Adverb

• In or to all places: Describes the state of being present or occurring in every possible location.
  • Example: "Flowers bloom everywhere in spring."