completely
- 01 A2 Elementary
to the greatest degree possible; totally.
to the fullest extent or degree; used as an intensifier to indicate that something is absolute.
Simple“The building was completely destroyed by the fire last night.”
In context“The research team found that the two chemical compounds were completely different in their reaction to heat, despite their similar appearance.”
PitfallI am completely agree with you. I completely agree with you.Do not use 'am' before 'completely' when it modifies a verb like 'agree'.
- 02 B1 Intermediate
in a way that is finished or includes every part.
in a complete or thorough manner; leaving no part unfinished or unexamined.
Simple“Make sure you have completely filled out the application form.”
In context“The auditor reviewed the financial records completely, ensuring that every transaction from the previous fiscal year was accounted for.”
Synonymsthoroughlyexhaustively
Usage completely different · completely misrepresented · completely consistent
From complete + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.