Meaning & Definition of word "Completely"

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    Completely

    /kəmˈpliːtli/

    adverb:

    • 1. Totally or entirely; without any part left over.
      • Example: I am completely satisfied with the service.
    • 2. In a manner that leaves no part unfilled or uncompleted.
      • Example: She completely understood the instructions.
    • 3. To the fullest extent; utterly.
      • Example: The project was completely finished ahead of schedule.
    • 4. To an absolute degree.
      • Example: He was completely unaware of the situation.
    • 5. Absolutely; in every respect.
      • Example: The novel was completely different from the movie adaptation.

    Etymology

    From the Middle English 'compleet', from Latin 'completus', meaning 'fulfilled, completed'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    completely honest:

    Being entirely truthful without any deception.

    completely out of control:

    Not able to be managed or handled.

    completely at ease:

    Feeling entirely comfortable and relaxed.

    Related Words

    complete:

    To make something whole or full.

    completion:

    The action of completing or finishing something.

    completeness:

    The state of being complete.

    Slang Meanings of completely

    Meaning: Totally

    Example Sentence: That party was totally crazy!

    Meaning: Fully

    Example Sentence: I'm fully booked this weekend!

    Meaning: All in

    Example Sentence: I'm all in for this adventure!