Everyman: meaning, definitions and examples
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everyman
[ ˈɛvrɪˌmæn ]
play
The character representing the human race in an allegorical play. Everyman is used to symbolize the qualities and struggles that all people face in their lives.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Everyman must face death.
- Everyman is a morality play.
generic term
A term used to refer to any individual, regardless of gender.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Everyman deserves to be treated with respect.
- Everyman has the right to pursue happiness.
Translations
Translations of the word "everyman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 homem comum
🇮🇳 साधारण व्यक्ति
🇩🇪 jedermann
🇮🇩 orang biasa
🇺🇦 пересічна людина
🇵🇱 każdy człowiek
🇯🇵 普通の人 (ふつうのひと)
🇫🇷 homme du commun
🇪🇸 hombre común
🇹🇷 herkes
🇰🇷 평범한 사람
🇸🇦 الشخص العادي
🇨🇿 každý člověk
🇸🇰 každý človek
🇨🇳 普通人 (pǔtōng rén)
🇸🇮 vsak človek
🇮🇸 allir menn
🇰🇿 қарапайым адам
🇬🇪 ყოველი ადამიანი
🇦🇿 hər bir insan
🇲🇽 hombre común
Word origin
The term 'everyman' originated from the 15th-century English morality play titled 'Everyman'. In this play, the character represents all of humanity, facing the struggles and choices that come with mortality. The concept of Everyman has since been used in various literary works and discussions to symbolize the common experiences and challenges shared by all individuals.
See also: man, manacle, manage, mania, manipulate, mankind, manliness, manly, manner, manor, mantra, manual, manure.