Another Word For They

Meaning

The word "they" is a pronoun used in English that refers to a group of people or things that have already been mentioned or are understood from the context. It is commonly used as a subject in a sentence. Additionally, "they" is increasingly used as a singular pronoun to refer to a person whose gender is not specified or to represent non-binary individuals.

Synonyms

• them
• those
• individuals
• people
• these

Antonyms

• I
• you
• he
• she
• it

Etymology

The word "they" has its roots in Old Norse "þeir," which was a plural pronoun used to refer to people. The usage has evolved over time, and it has been used in English since the 14th century.

Examples

1. "They are going to the concert tonight."
2. "I saw the students, and they seemed excited."
3. "When someone is upset, it’s important to ask if they need help."
4. "If a child finds a toy, they should return it to its owner."