What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “patch”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “patch”

The antonyms of patch are whole and entirety. The antonyms whole and entirety convey a sense of completeness or entirety, while patch implies a temporary or incomplete fix.

Explore all Antonyms of “patch”

• whole
• entirety

Definitions and Examples of whole, entirety

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

whole

Complete; not divided or broken.

Example

She ate the whole pizza by herself.

entirety

The whole or total amount of something.

Example

He spent the entirety of his savings on the car.

Key Differences: whole vs entirety

• 1. Whole refers to something that is complete and not divided or broken.
• 2. Entirety refers to the whole or total amount of something.
• 3. Patch refers to a temporary or incomplete fix for something.

Effective Usage of whole, entirety

• 1. Describing Completeness: Use whole or entirety to describe something that is complete or not divided.
• 2. Highlighting Incompleteness: Use patch to describe something that is temporarily fixed or incomplete.
• 3. Expressing Dissatisfaction: Use whole or entirety to express satisfaction with a complete or unbroken item.

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Remember this!

The antonyms have distinct nuances: Whole and entirety convey a sense of completeness or entirety, while patch implies a temporary or incomplete fix. Use these words to describe completeness or incompleteness, express satisfaction or dissatisfaction, and highlight the difference between a temporary or permanent fix.