ALL-OUT Synonyms: 126 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈȯl-ˈau̇t

Definition of all-out

as in sheer

having no exceptions or restrictions Grandpa got the all-out support of the family when he decided to remarry at age 72

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as in thorough

trying all possibilities an all-out effort to break open the door

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all out

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adverb

as in full steam ahead

with all power or resources being used went all out for her New Year's Eve party—she even had fireworks!

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Recent Examples of all-out

Adjective

As Russia’s all-out invasion of Ukraine intensifies in its fifth year, war is no longer a temporary emergency here. — Scott Peterson, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Oct. 2026 Thursday saw one of the heaviest days of fighting yet, after the Houthis launched an all-out offensive seeking to encircle the city. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 4 Oct. 2026

Adverb

Against this historical reality, Zoe Kazan writes for Cathy turned Kate a speech that lays this all out and that Florence Pugh narrates with the character’s customary matter-of-factness. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026 Three other defenders — Abby Dahlkemper, Caprice Dydasco and Emily Menges — were all out on maternity leave at the start of the year. — Melanie Anzidei, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for all-out

Recent Examples of Synonyms for all-out

Adjective

Meaning while its performance numbers may not draw in huge crowds, its sheer exclusivity might just do the trick.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026
The light turquoise gown was crafted from sheer fabric with floral embroidery throughout the design.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of sheer

Adjective

The cost of a thorough review is small compared with the consequences of an expensive commitment based on incomplete information.

— Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026
What sets the podcast apart is that Opipari is not a songwriter, but his love for music and the writing process is apparent in his thorough interview style.

— Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of thorough

Adverb

In a series thoroughly well cast (by Jessica Kelly and Lisa Parasyn), Lee and Brennan, especially, stand out as originals, their performances drawn from life, or some private corner of their imagination.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026
Blazy’s collection this season references an unstructured 1920s silhouette, while this style’s homage to the house’s boucle tweed, embellished with paillettes, creates a thoroughly modern evening look.

— Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of thoroughly

Adjective

Popular at American Chinese or Cajun-style Chinese restaurants, the sticky-sweet chicken is the utter definition of delicious, luring weary shoppers into food courts to find refuge from the bubblegum pink sweatpants and ripped denim.

— Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026
There’s a wonderful fraction of a second when the Villa fans in the Holte End have to adjust from impending despair to utter joy.

— Amitai Winehouse, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of utter

Adjective

California sought to adopt a price cap law this year as well, though the bill, which faced extensive lobbying from ticket resale platform StubHub, had failed.

— Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026
Explain when your engagement is too extensive, when another type of provider may be a better fit and what responsibilities remain with the client.

— Dennis Kirwan, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of extensive

Adverb

This is a major milestone for us, but honestly, that happened completely naturally and organically.

— Annika Pham, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
The screen is also a pleasure to read, both with the backlight and completely unlit under natural light, with text looking sharp and even grayscale renderings of color art showing plenty of detail.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of completely

Adjective

In 2024, Michigan State launched Rx Kids, the country’s first universal and unconditional prenatal and infant cash program.

— Mona Hanna, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026
Once a seller has an unconditional right to receive the proceeds, many planning opportunities may no longer be available.

— D. Scott Kenik, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of unconditional

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