Definitions

completely

[kuhm-pleet-lee] / kəmˈplit li /

ADVERB

entirely

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absolutely altogether comprehensively effectively entirely finally fully perfectly quite thoroughly totally ultimately unconditionally utterly wholly

WEAK

all the way competently conclusively en masse exclusively exhaustively extensively from A to Z from beginning to end hook, line, and sinker in all in entirety in full in toto on all counts painstakingly solidly to the end to the limit to the max to the nth degree unabridged unanimously undividedly with heart and soul without omission

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inadequately incompletely partially partly

Example Sentences

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"The vibrant ecosystems we saw offered a completely different perspective on this otherwise dark and cold ocean floor."

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

While no single inflation report will completely alter the Federal Reserve’s stance on interest rates, higher prices and recent robust jobs figures may prompt rate-setters to hold off while they assess the economic impacts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Reece Robinson's defence lawyer, Bridget O'Hagan, said he had a "completely clear record, not even a parking ticket".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

As she spoke, her eye caught sight of some new greenery already popping up in a completely singed field.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

He thought it was completely rational to tether me to some man before my wicked acts came to light.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

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