entirely
Americanadverb
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wholly or fully; completely or unreservedly.
I am not entirely satisfied with the architect's design.
- Synonyms:
- thoroughly, totally
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solely or exclusively.
adverb
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without reservation or exception; wholly; completely
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solely or exclusively; only
Etymology
Origin of entirely
Middle English word dating back to 1300–50; see origin at entire, -ly
Example Sentences
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Removing the cap entirely is the policy option most often discussed in Washington.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Sullivan has denied the allegations, and in a statement issued on Saturday called them "factually incorrect and entirely false" and the result of a "fundamentally unfair" investigation.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Atkins’ trial began May 11, and ran for 19 days of witness testimony and presentation of evidence that was almost entirely put on by the prosecution.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
They are entirely beyond the reach of any executive order signed in Washington.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
For three days and three nights, it would be entirely quiet in Deadwood.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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