Synonyms for

They

Verb / ðeɪ / Another word for they — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

used to refer to two or more people or things previously mentioned or easily identified

Synonyms & similar words

them those these people others folks individuals persons souls entities creatures beings humans mankind populace citizens subjects nation community society

Synonyms by register

Formal

them those individuals

Informal

folks guys people

Literary

the company the throng

Antonyms

he she it i you we

Common collocations

  • they are
  • they were
  • they have
  • they did
  • they went
  • they said
  • they will

Word family

Usage note

The word 'they' is a third-person plural pronoun. It is also increasingly used as a singular gender-neutral pronoun for individuals whose gender is unknown or non-binary.

Example sentences

  1. They are my friends.
  2. They are going to the store.
  3. They are playing a game.
  4. They like to eat pizza.
  5. They are swimming in the pool.

Quotes

  • They say that time heals all wounds, but all it's done so far is give me more time to think about how much I miss you.
  • They hate you if you're smart and they despise a fool.
  • They can't hurt me unless I let them.

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