entirety
7 synonyms and 2 antonyms for entirety, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The whole of something; its complete and total amount.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use entirety
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
in its entirety
the entirety of
Etymology
This word passed into Middle English as enterete, from Old French entiereté, which came from Latin integritās, from integer ("complete, whole"). It is a doublet of integrity.
Full origin of entirety →Frequently asked questions
What does “entirety” mean?
The word “entirety” means the whole of something; its complete and total amount. In plain terms, the whole thing, with nothing left out.
How do you pronounce “entirety”?
“Entirety” is pronounced ihn-TEYE-uh-rih-tee (/ɪnˈtaɪ.ə.ɹ(ɪ).ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “entirety” in a sentence?
Here is “entirety” used in a sentence: “She read the contract in its entirety before signing.”
What is the opposite of “entirety”?
The opposite of “entirety” — its antonyms — are partialness and partiality.
What part of speech is “entirety”?
“Entirety” is a noun.
Is “entirety” a common word?
“Entirety” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between entirety and whole?
Entirety and whole both refer to the complete amount of something, but entirety is more formal and is typically used in the fixed phrase "in its entirety," while whole is more common in everyday speech and can function as an adjective as well as a noun.
How is entirety typically used in a sentence?
Entirety is almost always used in the phrase "in its entirety" or "in their entirety," meaning completely or as a whole, as in "the report should be read in its entirety."
Is entirety a formal word?
Yes, entirety has a formal register and is more common in written or official contexts, such as legal, academic, or business writing, than in casual conversation.
