OUT-AND-OUT Synonyms: 108 Similar and Opposite Words

out-and-out

adjective

ˌau̇t-ᵊn(d)-ˈau̇t

Definition of out-and-out

as in utter

having no exceptions or restrictions an out-and-out cheater at every game she plays her story is not just an exaggeration, it's an out-and-out lie

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as in thorough

trying all possibilities mounted an out-and-out effort to find the lost child

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Recent Examples of out-and-out Willock, meanwhile, has an alternative profile to any of the midfielders Newcastle have and, with no out-and-out No 10 necessarily present, he was deemed an asset, at least in the short-to-medium term. — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Orlando brought in Antoine Griezmann this summer to fill a similar role leading the attack, although the French forward is more of a creator than an out-and-out goalscorer. — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026 In recent years, Georgia’s State Election Board has been plagued by infighting, feuds, insults, partisan maneuvering and out-and-out shouting matches. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026 First off, the Atlas is an adventure tourer rather than an out-and-out adventure bike. — Utkarsh Sood june 16, New Atlas, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for out-and-out

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Adjective

These accusations are utter nonsense, concocted from distortions, half-truths and lies.

— Kathleen Parker, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026
The board’s first mission—to pacify and bring lawful governance to Gaza—has been an utter failure.

— Charles Kupchan, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of utter

Adjective

As much as the latter two helped to inaugurate the era of online automotive auction houses by setting new standards for thorough listings and seller engagements, the excitement of real-time bidding in person undoubtedly bolsters values even further.

— Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026
Perhaps most importantly, start the process of shopping for providers and policies now as thorough research and analysis will boost your chances of finding the most suitable policy for you and your beneficiaries.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of thorough

Adjective

Measure what got shipped, not how many hours a screen stayed unlocked or what the sheer activity is, which is based on keystrokes and mouse movements.

— Adithyan RK, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Lula overcame these obstacles with sheer people power, thanks to a 10 million-person-strong digital army organized over WhatsApp focused on getting his campaign message out.

— Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of sheer

Adjective

An extensive breakfast buffet is served in SINEDIE alongside a la carte options such as eggs royale.

— Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
On Djerba Island, meanwhile, beaches and extensive resort infrastructure make combining an eclipse chase with a conventional Mediterranean vacation particularly easy — with a view of Mos Eisley thrown in for good measure.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of extensive

Adjective

In the primary, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee courted Ford for a possible endorsement but ultimately found policy differences with him, Ford said, including his declining to support unconditional military aid to Israel.

— Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
The word agape means selfless, sacrificial, and unconditional love.

— Josh Taylor, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of unconditional

Adjective

Lead author Samantha Gilbert-Janizek expanded the model to include those missing systems, creating a more complete picture of how chemicals move throughout a rocky planet.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
As the Moon joins Mars in Leo, creative courage may arrive before complete confidence.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of complete

Adjective

Add in the inconsistency of Green Bay’s rookie kicker, Trey Smack, and the points look like an absolute bargain.

— Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026
Peter Berg previews upcoming 'Call of Duty' movie The absolute last thing anyone wants to see from Berg and Sheridan is a war movie that is anything less than gritty and excellent.

— David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of absolute

Adjective

An expansive sun deck, with a pool and lounge chairs, is the perfect vantage point for sweeping views of the Nile River and its surroundings.

— Susan B. Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2026
The two sides already have a sweeping free trade agreement, known as CETA, that eliminated most tariffs.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026

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