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utterly

Pronunciation: [ˈʌtərli]

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Learn how to use utterly in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “intensity”

(adverb) when something is complete or total in a strong way. If you say 'utterly,' you're emphasizing that it's not just a little bit, but really a lot. Like saying someone is utterly happy means they are extremely happy!

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She was utterly amazed by the magic show.

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He was not utterly convinced by the explanation; he still had doubts.

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How utterly surprised were you by the good news?

Context: “emotion”

(adverb) to express strong feelings about a situation or reaction. When someone feels utterly sad, they feel very deeply sad, not just a little bit sad.

Example

They were utterly heartbroken after losing their pet.

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He was not utterly upset about the mistake; he just shrugged it off.

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Why did she look utterly disappointed after the test results?

How to pronounce utterly

Pronunciation: [ˈʌtərli]

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