Meaning & Definition of word "Wholly"
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Wholly
/ˈhoʊlli/
adverb:
- 1. Completely; entirely.
- Example: She is wholly committed to her studies this semester.
- 2. To a complete extent; fully.
- Example: The project was wholly funded by the university.
- 3. In a manner that leaves no part out; altogether.
- Example: He was wholly unprepared for the exam.
- 4. Without reservation; utterly.
- Example: I am wholly in agreement with your proposal.
Etymology
From Old English 'halig' meaning 'whole' + '-ly', meaning 'in a manner of'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
wholly owned:
Fully owned by a single entity.
wholly unique:
Completely distinctive; one of a kind.
wholly devoted:
Entirely dedicated or committed.
Related Words
whole:
All of something; complete.
holistic:
Regarding something as a whole; integrated.
holism:
The theory that parts of a whole are interconnected.