Definition

Completely or fully; without any part left out.

Example

She was entirely focused on her studies during the exam period.

Conversation

Are you going to the party tonight?

I’m not sure yet, I might skip it entirely.

Really? I thought you were looking forward to it.

I was, but now I feel like staying home is entirely more appealing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Entirely → It is formed from "entire" (from Old French *entier*, meaning whole or complete) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "entirely" means in a manner that is whole or complete.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'whole' ('entire') and the '-ly' indicating how it is done. So, when something is done entirely, it is done in a complete manner.

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