All (Adverb)
Meaning
To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly'); "he was wholly convinced"; "entirely satisfied with the meal"; "it was completely different from what we expected"; "was completely at fault"; "a totally new situation"; "the directions were all wrong"; "it was not altogether her fault"; "an altogether new approach"; "a whole new idea"; "she felt right at home"; "he fell right into the trap".
Examples
- The house was entirely full with guests for the party tonight.
- The city was all lit up with bright lights and colorful billboards.
- He was completely swept away by the beautiful voice of the singer.
- The whole garden was ruined after the strong storm passed through yesterday.
- They were all dressed up for the wedding, looking elegant and sophisticated.