Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
be-all-things-to-all-men-people
idiom
/ˌbiː ɔːl θɪŋz tʊ ɔːl mɛn ˈpiːpl/
Definition
to try to satisfy or fulfill the needs or desires of every person
Examples
- As a manager, she often feels the pressure to be all-things-to-all-men, trying to please every team member.
- He realized that being all-things-to-all-men was overwhelming and decided to focus on his core values instead.
Meaning
This phrase is used to describe the effort of someone who attempts to be everything to everyone, accommodating diverse opinions and preferences.
Synonyms
- people pleaser
- jack of all trades
- generalist
