entirely

adverb
UK: /ɪnˈtaɪərli/
US: /ɪnˈtaɪərli/

  1. Completely; in every way or respect.

    1. I am entirely sure I locked the door, but I'll check again to be certain. [ ] [ ]
    2. The success of the project is not entirely dependent on additional funding, but it would help. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to emphasize something, especially when you think it is obvious or reasonable.

    1. The decision is entirely up to you, so please take your time. [ ] [ ]
    2. I don't understand why you're upset, it's entirely your fault, if I'm being honest. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

absolutely fully utterly wholly perfectly altogether totally

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "entirely" in English means: Completely; in every way or respect., Used to emphasize something, especially when you think it is obvious or reasonable..

The phonetic transcription of "entirely" is /ɪnˈtaɪərli/ in British English and /ɪnˈtaɪərli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "entirely": absolutely, fully, utterly, wholly, perfectly, altogether, totally.

Example usage of "entirely": "I am entirely sure I locked the door, but I'll check again to be certain.". More examples on the page.