entirely
/ɪnˈtaɪəli/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To the full or entire extent.
Adverb
Examples
It is entirely up to you where we go, as I’ll be happy with anywhere.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To the exclusion of others; solely.
Adverb
Examples
I'm entirely to blame.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “entirely” mean?
To the full or entire extent.
Is “entirely” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.