Completly vs. Completely: Decoding the Right Spelling
Edited by Hifza Nasir || By Dua Fatima || Published on March 5, 2024
Completly is incorrect spelling while completely is correct, meaning to the fullest extent or degree.
Which is correct: Completly or Completely
How to spell Completely?
Completly is Incorrect
Completely is Correct
How to remember correct spelling of Completely?
Remember that "complete" loses the 'e' when adding '-ly', but it's not a 'complete' loss — you still have 'completely'.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Note that "completely" is spelled with two 'e's, one in 'complete' and one before the 'ly'.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Link the word 'complete' with 'ly' as in 'complete-ly' to remember it's an extension of 'complete'.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Use the phrase "completely complete" to remember that the correct spelling includes the 'e' before the 'ly'.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Associate the word "completely" with the phrase "entirely" — both contain 'e' before 'ly'.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
How to use Completely correctly in a sentence?
Incorrect: The magician completly disappeared.
Correct: The magician completely disappeared.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Incorrect: The room was completly dark.
Correct: The room was completely dark.
Shumaila Saeed
Mar 05, 2024
Incorrect: I was completly unaware of the consequences.
Correct: I was completely unaware of the consequences.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Incorrect: The project was completly finished on time.
Correct: The project was completely finished on time.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Incorrect: She completly forgot about the meeting.
Correct: She completely forgot about the meeting.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Completely Definitions
In a fully sufficient or adequate manner:
The documentary covered the topic completely.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
So as to be lacking or devoid of:
After the event, she was completely exhausted.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
To the point of finality or conclusion:
He was completely done with the argument.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely Example Sentences
The puzzle is completely finished.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
I'm completely sure of the answer.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
She was completely lost during the trip.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
My homework is completely done.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
He was completely amazed by the magic show.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
The sky was completely clear.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
After running, I was completely tired.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
We were completely wrong about the surprise.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
The theater was completely empty.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
The movie was completely interesting.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
I am completely ready for the test.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
The dog was completely covered in mud.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
We are completely prepared for the storm.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
The ice cream melted completely in the sun.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
My room is completely clean.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely Phrases
Completely out of the blue
Something happening unexpectedly.
The job offer came completely out of the blue.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely off the grid
Living without reliance on public utilities.
After retiring, Sarah went completely off the grid, living with solar power and a well.
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Oct 24, 2023
Completely over one's head
Too complicated to understand.
The scientific theories were completely over my head.
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Oct 24, 2023
Completely on cloud nine
Extremely happy or joyful.
Winning the lottery put her completely on cloud nine.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely over the moon
Extremely pleased or happy.
She was completely over the moon about her promotion.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely on the fence
Undecided about something.
I'm completely on the fence about moving to a new city.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
Completely in the dark
Unaware of something that others know.
We're completely in the dark about his retirement plans.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
Completely under the weather
Feeling ill or sick.
I didn’t go to work because I was completely under the weather.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
Completely on thin ice
In a risky or uncertain situation.
After arguing with his boss, he was completely on thin ice.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely on the back burner
Considered of less importance or put aside for the time being.
My painting hobby is completely on the back burner now that I'm back in school.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
Completely down to earth
Practical, realistic, and friendly.
Despite his fame, he's completely down to earth.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
Completely at a crossroads
At a point of decision where important choices need to be made.
She was completely at a crossroads when deciding between career paths.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely out of one’s depth
Not having the knowledge or skill needed for a particular task.
He felt completely out of his depth in advanced math class.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
Completely out of one's hands
Beyond one’s control.
The legal issues are completely out of my hands.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely off the record
Not to be publicly reported or revealed.
The senator made a statement completely off the record.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
Completely on the ball
Alert and knowledgeable.
For this project, we need someone who's completely on the ball.
Shumaila Saeed
Oct 24, 2023
Completely up in the air
Uncertain or unsure.
Our holiday plans are still completely up in the air because of the weather forecast.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
Completely out of the loop
Not informed or current about something.
Ever since I changed jobs, I feel completely out of the loop.
Hifza Nasir
Oct 24, 2023
Completely in the red
Having more liabilities than assets, in debt.
After holiday shopping, my bank account is completely in the red.
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Completely off one’s rocker
Behaving in a crazy or insane manner.
You’re completely off your rocker if you think I'll agree to that plan!
Dua Fatima
Oct 24, 2023
Repeatedly Asked Queries
Can "completely" be used in formal writing?
Yes, "completely" is appropriate for use in both formal and informal contexts.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
What is the difference between "completly" and "completely"?
"Completely" is the correct spelling, meaning totally or entirely, while "completly" is a common misspelling.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
What is the root word for "completely"?
The root word is "complete," an adjective, with "ly" added to form the adverb.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
What part of speech is "completely"?
"Completely" is an adverb, meaning it modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
What is the opposite of "completely"?
Opposites include "partially," "incompletely," and "barely."
Hifza Nasir
Mar 05, 2024
What is a synonym for "completely"?
Synonyms include "totally," "entirely," and "fully."
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Is "completely" used differently in British and American English?
No, its usage is the same in both dialects.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
In what tense is "completely" used?
As an adverb, "completely" isn't bound by tense and can be used with various verb tenses.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
How can I remember the correct spelling of "completely"?
Remember that it's "complete" plus "ly," maintaining the 'e' before adding "ly."
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Can "completely" start a sentence?
Yes, it can start a sentence for emphasis or stylistic purposes.
Hifza Nasir
Mar 05, 2024
Does "completely" come before or after the verb in a sentence?
It usually comes before the main verb or after the verb to be.
Dua Fatima
Mar 05, 2024
Is "completely" a positive or negative word?
It's neutral; the tone depends on the context in which it's used.
Hifza Nasir
Mar 05, 2024
Can "completely" be used for emphasis?
Yes, it often emphasizes the extent or degree of an action or state.
Hifza Nasir
Mar 05, 2024
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Dua Fatima
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Hifza Nasir
Shumaila Saeed
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