B2adverb 2K

Entirely

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˈtaɪəli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˈtaɪərli/"]/

Meaning of Entirely

in every way possible; completely

In simple words: Completely or fully.

Entirely in a sentence

• The experience was **entirely new** to me.
• That's an **entirely different** matter.
• We're not entirely sure what to do next.
• The approach taken will depend entirely on the individual.
• The audience consisted **almost entirely** of children.
• I entirely agree with you.
• I'm not entirely happy about the proposal.
• Public anger at this abuse of power is entirely justified.
• Your enjoyment of the book will depend entirely on how interested you are in history.
• The audience was almost entirely female.

How to use Entirely

Used to emphasize completeness. Suitable in both spoken and written contexts; however, avoid in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

entirely + adverb/adjective/verb

Memory hint

Think of 'entire' — if something is entire, it is completely whole.

Related words

Collocations with Entirely

• entirely different
• entirely possible
• entirely subjective

Synonyms for Entirely

• completely
• fully
• totally
• wholly

Opposites of Entirely

• partially
• incompletely

Common mistakes with Entirely

• Confused with 'entire' which is an adjective.
• Used incorrectly in informal contexts, such as in slang.
• Misplaced in a sentence, making it sound awkward.

Frequently asked questions about Entirely

What does Entirely mean?

Completely or fully.

What is the definition of Entirely?

in every way possible; completely

How do you use Entirely in a sentence?

The experience was **entirely new** to me.

Can you give another example of Entirely?

That's an **entirely different** matter.

What are synonyms for Entirely?

Common alternatives include completely, fully, totally, wholly.

What is the opposite of Entirely?

Opposite meanings include partially, incompletely.

What words go with Entirely?

It commonly pairs with entirely different, entirely possible, entirely subjective.

What are common mistakes when using Entirely?

Confused with 'entire' which is an adjective. Used incorrectly in informal contexts, such as in slang. Misplaced in a sentence, making it sound awkward.

How do you pronounce Entirely?

US: /["/ɪnˈtaɪərli/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈtaɪəli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Entirely?

Used to emphasize completeness. Suitable in both spoken and written contexts; however, avoid in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Entirely?

"Entirely" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.