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Definition of entirenext

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adverb

Synonym Chooser

How is the word entire distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of entire are all, total, and whole. While all these words mean "including everything or everyone without exception," entire may suggest a state of completeness or perfection to which nothing can be added.

the entire population was wiped out

How is all related to other words for entire?

All may equal whole, entire, or total.

all proceeds go to charity

When could total be used to replace entire?

The synonyms total and entire are sometimes interchangeable, but total implies that everything has been counted, weighed, measured, or considered.

the total number of people present

Where would whole be a reasonable alternative to entire?

The meanings of whole and entire largely overlap; however, whole implies that nothing has been omitted, ignored, abated, or taken away.

read the whole book

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of entire
Adjective
Catalog enrichment means the entire product catalog is structured to AI agents can read it while also aligning with emerging e-commerce protocols such as ACP and UCP. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 Nvidia engineers reworked cooling pathways across the entire server and created a system that uses a single liquid loop to cool multiple high-power components. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2026 In the wake of Saget's death, his Full House costars posted touching tributes and shared their grief in a joint statement from the entire cast and series creator Jeff Franklin. Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 Over the course of its six-year mission, the observatory will image the entire sky around the Milky Way, monitoring galaxies and galaxy clusters dating back 10 billion years. CBS News, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for entire
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entire
Adjective
  • Caleb Wilson, the former AJC all-class player of the year from Holy Innocents’, is a projected to go among the top five at Tuesday’s draft in Brooklyn.
    Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 22 June 2026
  • This exclusive all-suite hotel sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, mere minutes from downtown; its name in Maori (Roki) means tranquility, a nod to the overall vibe.
    Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
Adjective
  • There's a whole parallel constellation of friendships and relationships going on.
    Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 29 June 2026
  • Newspapers report it all, and the American citizenry swallows it whole.
    Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 29 June 2026
Adverb
  • While Syd cares deeply about the restaurant, Richie’s entire sense of self-worth and identity is completely intertwined with it.
    Jen Chaney, Vulture, 26 June 2026
  • These claims are completely unfounded.
    Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 26 June 2026
Adjective
  • This article emphasizes that advanced communication tactics are futile without the foundational skill of full, undivided attention.
    Kwame Christian Esq, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • Ampd’s research also found that even committed long-form viewing rarely involves undivided attention, as a third of premium sessions usually run a second screen, typically a local app.
    Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2026
Adjective
  • The vast Lake Tahoe estate of Beach Boys co-founder Mike Love, complete with a theater, wine tasting room, ice-skating rink and sauna, could be yours — for the small price of $43 million.
    Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026
  • Huel offers nutritionally complete protein shakes as meal replacements.
    Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 28 June 2026
Adverb
  • The release of the new batch of episodes almost perfectly coincides with an exceptionally rainy, stormy and destructive year for Chicago and Illinois as a whole.
    Hannah Hudnall, USA Today, 26 June 2026
  • Flat Tops has an outstanding interconnected trail system linking over 300 miles of backcountry trails that are perfectly suited for multi-day loops.
    Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 26 June 2026
Adjective
  • During Thursday's World Cup match at New York-New Jersey Stadium between Ecuador and Germany, the total tournament record was surpassed at 3,587,539 fans, FIFA said.
    Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 26 June 2026
  • According to the International Energy Agency, total ownership of air conditioning units in Europe stands at around 20%.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 26 June 2026
Adverb
  • Raising this concern to the funeral director is a great option as that person may have encountered a similar situation and be fully prepared to help walk the family through it with sensitivity to the needs of all involved.
    R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026
  • Overall, across roles analyzed in the first quarter of this year, 77% of new job postings were fully on-site, compared to 19% hybrid and 4% fully remote, the placement firm reports.
    Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026

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“Entire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entire. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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