Outright
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /aʊtˈɹaɪt/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Outright is an adverb meaning Wholly; completely; entirely.
Meaning
Wholly; completely; entirely.
More Meanings
- Openly and without reservation.
- At once.
- With no outstanding conditions.
- (informal) Blatantly; inexcusably; unambiguously.
- Unqualified and unreserved.
- Total or complete.
- Having no outstanding conditions.
Example Sentences
I demand an outright apology.
We achieved outright domination.
I have bought the house outright.
I refute those allegations outright.
Word Forms
- outrights
- outrighting
- outrighted
Synonyms for outright
Depending on context, synonyms include downright, absolutely, all-out, blind, altogether, cap-a-pie.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include straight-out, instantly, instantaneously, unlimited, unqualified, altogether.
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