nobody
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈnoʊˌbɒdi/
KK: /ˈnoʊˌbɑdi/
noun
Definition
A person who is not important or does not have any influence.
Example
In the meeting, he felt like nobody because his ideas were ignored.
Conversation
I feel like nobody appreciates the hard work we put in.
I know what you mean, it can be really discouraging sometimes.
It's frustrating to think that we might just be seen as nobodys.
But those who matter know our worth, and that's what counts.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
nonentity
nullity
nobody
Antonyms
somebody
person
individual
pronoun
Definition
A word used to refer to no person at all; it means not anyone.
Example
Nobody came to the party last night.
Conversation
Did you hear about the party this weekend?
Yeah, but I think nobody is going to show up.
Really? I thought it would be fun to go together.
Root Explanation
Nobody → It is formed from "no" (meaning not any) and "body" (from Old English "bodig", meaning physical form or person). The word "nobody" means not any person or no one.
Memory Tip
Think of 'no' meaning not any and 'body' referring to a person — that's why nobody means not any person.
Visually Confused Words
unbody
nonbroody
nonbodily
body