Each — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective pronoun adverb /ˈēch/

Meaning & Definition of Each

Each (adjective)

  1. being one of two or more distinct individuals having a similar relation and often constituting an aggregate

Each (pronoun)

  1. each one

Each (adverb)

  1. to or for each, apiece

Each (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being one of a group

    "each park visitor receives a free souvenir"

    similar: any, every, each and every
    related: all, several, various, particular, respective, specific, either
    near: neither, no, none (archaic)

Each (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. for each one

    "raffle tickets selling for a dollar each"

    similar: all, apiece, per, per capita, a pop, a shot, a throw
    related: apart, discretely, independently, individually, respectively, separately, singly
    near: aggregately, altogether, collectively, together

Related Entry: Each and every (phrase)

Each and every is a different word from Each. The synonyms below are for each and every, not for each.

  1. being one of a group

    "The guests finished each and every slice of pizza."

    similar: any, each, every
    related: all, several, various, particular, respective, specific, either
    near: neither

Related Entry: Each and everyone (phrase)

Each and everyone is a different word from Each. The synonyms below are for each and everyone, not for each.

  1. every person

    "Each and everyone was given a warm meal and a place to sleep."

    similar: all, everybody, everyone, one and all
    related: anybody, anyone, somebody, someone
    opposite: nobody, none, no one

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Each

The most common words with a similar meaning to Each:

any, every, each and every, all, apiece, per, per capita, a pop, a shot, a throw

Related Words for Each

several, various, particular, respective, specific, either, apart, discretely, independently, individually, respectively, separately, singly

Near Antonyms of Each

neither, no, none, aggregately, altogether, collectively, together

Origin & Etymology of Each

Middle English ech, from Old English ǣlc; akin to Old High German iogilīh each; both from West Germanic *aiw- ever, always (whence Old English ā always) + *galīkaz having the same form, like (whence Old English gelīc like) aye, like:1

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Each

  • Topics: Grammar Function Words

Words & Phrases Containing Each

each other, each and every, at each other's throats, be/live in each other's pockets, cancel each other/one another out, made for each other, take each day as it comes

Frequently Asked Questions about Each

What does "Each" mean?

"Each" means being one of two or more distinct individuals having a similar relation and often constituting an aggregate. As an an adjective, a pronoun and an adverb, it is defined as: being one of two or more distinct individuals having a similar relation and often constituting an aggregate. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Each"?

Other words for "Each" include any, every, each and every, all, apiece, per, per capita and a pop. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Each" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Each"?

There are 23 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Each". Common alternatives include any, every, each and every, all, apiece, per, per capita, a pop, a shot and a throw.

How do you use "Each" in a sentence?

Examples of "Each" in a sentence: "each park visitor receives a free souvenir"; "raffle tickets selling for a dollar each".

Is "Each" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Each" can be used as an adjective, a pronoun and an adverb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Each"?

"Each" is pronounced /ˈēch/.

What is the origin of the word "Each"?

"Each" comes from Middle English ech, from Old English ǣlc; akin to Old High German iogilīh each; both from West Germanic *aiw- ever, always (whence Old English ā always) + *galīkaz having the same form, like (whence Old English gelīc like) aye, like:1. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Each" meaning "being one of a group"?

When "Each" (adjective) means being one of a group, synonyms include any, every and each and every.