# entirety

/ɪnˈtaɪɝti/ (US) · /ɛntˈaɪɹɪti/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/entirety
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

the whole of something. You use this word when you want to emphasize that nothing is missing or left out.

For teachers: the whole or total amount of something, emphasizing completeness. Often used in formal or legal contexts to indicate that no part has been excluded.

## Examples

- I read the book in its entirety over the weekend.
- The legal team spent weeks reviewing the contract in its entirety to ensure there were no hidden clauses.
- While the summary provides a useful overview, the report must be read in its entirety to grasp the subtle nuances of the economic forecast.

## Usage notes

- Typically appears in the prepositional phrase 'in its entirety' or 'in their entirety'.

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