everyday

adjective

ev·​ery·​day ˈev-rē-ˌdā  ˌev-re-ˈdā 

: encountered or used routinely or typically : ordinary

everyday clothes

everydayness

ˌev-rē-ˈdā-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of everyday

• normal
• ordinary
• usual
• average
• typical
• routine

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The sneaker is already a favorite of the street style set, who’ve been seeing sporting them in their everyday looks with tailored pants, jeans, and maxi coats. —Lucrezia Malavolta, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2026

Jutapiny Countertop Bread Box Bread boxes can be used for much more than just holding fresh bread—they’re one of our favorite ways to hide countertop clutter while keeping your everyday kitchen essentials on hand. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026

These sneakers provide cushioning and support while still feeling casual enough for everyday outfits. —Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026

With a pair of back-to-back sets over the next two weeks, the Heat need to know whether Tyler Herro again can become everyday Tyler Herro. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1628, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for everyday

• andromache
• bioassay
• cabriolet
• cercariae
• communique
• companionway
• compositae
• decussate
• examinee
• fabaceae
• glyphosate
• microarray

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Kids Definition

everyday

adjective

ev·​ery·​day ˌev-rē-ˌdā 

: used, suitable for, or seen every day : ordinary

everyday clothes