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[en-tahyuhr] / ɛnˈtaɪər /

ADJECTIVE

complete, whole

Synonyms

STRONGEST

full integrated unified

STRONG

absolute gross integral perfect sound total

WEAK

all choate consolidated continuous intact outright plenary thorough unbroken undamaged undiminished undivided unimpaired uninjured unmarked unmarred unmitigated unreserved unrestricted untouched

Antonyms

STRONG

flawed imperfect incomplete part partial unfinished

WEAK

abridged limited

Usage

What are other ways to say entire? The adjective entire means whole, having unbroken unity: an entire book. Complete implies that a certain unit has all its parts or is fully developed or perfected, and may apply to a process or purpose carried to fulfillment: a complete explanation. Intact implies retaining completeness and original condition: a package delivered intact. Perfect emphasizes not only completeness but also high quality and absence of defects or blemishes: a perfect diamond.

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A Status Yellow wind warning has also been issued for the entire country.

From BBC

Scientists at Moffitt Cancer Center have created a new method to forecast how cancer cells evolve as they gain or lose entire chromosomes.

From Science Daily

In Bradman's era players were given a new cap for each series, but now Test debutants are awarded a cap which they retain for their entire career.

From BBC

And in the entire Super Bowl era, only three teams to reach the final game of the season have faced more straightforward schedules.

From The Wall Street Journal

Whether or not that concentration concerns you, owning the entire market, maybe even with an extra nod toward its overlooked small-fry, could be a profitable decision.

From The Wall Street Journal

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