utterly

[uht-er-lee]

adverb

1. in an utter manner; completely: absolutely.

   Synonyms: totally, wholly, fully, entirely

ˈutterly

/ ˈʌtəlɪ /

adverb

1. (intensifier)

   I'm utterly miserable

Word History and Origins

Origin of utterly¹

A Middle English word dating back to 1175–1225; utter ², -ly

Example Sentences

Jamie Lloyd told Variety that you were “utterly without vanity” in the show.

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"It was totally and utterly out of the blue," Ms Day said.

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They were utterly obliterated by a Blue Jays squad that seemed completely oblivious to the idea that they were here to serve as spectators to the Dodgers’ inevitable coronation.

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Prosecutors told the jury Majek's actions after the murder had been "utterly callous".

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King weaved a web of magic with her leg-spin, conceding 20 runs from her 10 overs as England got themselves stuck in the crease and looked utterly bewildered.

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