Definitions
- Referring to something that is complete or whole, with nothing missing or excluded. - Talking about a single entity or object that is undivided or unbroken. - Describing a situation or condition that encompasses the entirety of something.
- Referring to something that is complete or undivided, with all parts present and accounted for. - Talking about a group or collection of things that are considered as a single unit. - Describing a situation or condition that encompasses everything or everyone involved.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is complete or undivided.
- 2Both can be used to refer to a single entity or object.
- 3Both can be used to describe a situation or condition that encompasses everything or everyone involved.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Entire is more commonly used to describe a single thing or entity, while whole is more commonly used to describe a group or collection of things.
- 2Scope: Entire emphasizes completeness without exception, while whole emphasizes completeness with all parts present and accounted for.
- 3Connotation: Entire can imply a sense of exclusivity or singularity, while whole can imply a sense of unity or cohesion.
Remember this!
Entire and whole are synonyms that describe something that is complete or undivided. However, entire is typically used to describe a single entity or object, emphasizing completeness without exception, while whole is more commonly used to describe a group or collection of things, emphasizing completeness with all parts present and accounted for.
