altogether
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɔːltəˌɡɛðər/
KK: /ˈɔltəˌɡɛðər/
adverb
Definition
This word means completely or entirely. It can also refer to the total number of something when counting all parts together.
Example
We need to rethink our strategy altogether if we want to succeed.
Conversation
Did you hear about the concert next week?
Yeah, I heard it's going to be amazing!
I hope we can go together; it will be fun to experience it altogether.
Definitely! I can't wait to enjoy the music with everyone.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
completely
entirely
totally
Antonyms
partially
incompletely
seldom
noun
Definition
A state of being completely naked or without any clothing.
Example
He was caught swimming in the altogether at the beach.
Conversation
Have you ever gone swimming in the altogether?
No way! That sounds a bit too daring for me.
I think it would be fun to just enjoy the water freely.
Root Explanation
Altogether is formed from "all" (from Old English "eall", meaning entire or whole) and "together" (from Old English "tōgædere", meaning in a group or in one place). The word means in total or in one group, emphasizing the completeness of the collection or unity of the elements involved.
Memory Tip
Think of 'all' meaning the entire group and 'together' meaning in one place — altogether means everything combined in one.
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