everyday

adjective

ev·​ery·​day ˈev-rē-ˌdā How to pronounce everyday (audio) ˌev-re-ˈdā How to pronounce everyday (audio)
: encountered or used routinely or typically : ordinary
everyday clothes
everydayness noun

Examples of everyday in a Sentence

Don't let the problems of everyday life get you down. we're just an everyday family, with a dog and a cat and bills to pay
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An argument long debated in the courts is whether air conditioning goes beyond basic needs, since everyday citizens aren't guaranteed air conditioning in their homes. Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 9 July 2025 Stewart and company now have more than 1,200 reels of everyday treasure in the archive, thanks to 50 or so South Side families. Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025 Reviewers love it for everyday tasks, like streaming TV shows, checking emails, and schoolwork. Clara McMahon, People.com, 9 July 2025 As the veteran rock group releases a new album and readies for a tour that will take them to seven states, founding member Jock Bartley reveals his love for other travel destinations besides his everyday Rocky Mountain high. Gary Stoller, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for everyday

Word History

First Known Use

1628, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of everyday was in 1628

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“Everyday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/everyday. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

everyday

adjective
ev·​ery·​day ˌev-rē-ˌdā How to pronounce everyday (audio)
: used, suitable for, or seen every day : ordinary
everyday clothes

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