entirely — completely and in every possible way
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: completely and in every possible way
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈtaɪərli/
Example Sentences
- My cat is entirely convinced that the red dot from the laser pointer is a real creature.
- The success of the project depends entirely on teamwork.
- He was entirely focused on his smartphone and walked into a glass door.
entirely
ADVERB[/ɪnˈtaɪərli/]
completely and in every possible way
The family watched the movie entirely from beginning to end without taking a break.
The forest was entirely covered in snow. (ENTIRE + LY = ENTIRELY → completely and in every part)
The audience watched the performance entirely, admired it deeply, and left inspired.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'entierement', derived from Latin 'integer' meaning 'whole' or 'complete', combined with the suffix '-ety' (now '-ly') to form an adverb indicating completeness or totality.
Breakdown
entire (complete, from Latin integer) + -ly (adverb suffix indicating manner or degree) = entirely
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat is entirely convinced that the red dot from the laser pointer is a real creature.”
“The success of the project depends entirely on teamwork.”
“He was entirely focused on his smartphone and walked into a glass door.”
“This solution is entirely based on scientific research.”
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