Definitions
- Used to emphasize the degree or extent of something negative. - Used to describe a situation or action that is hopeless or impossible. - Used to express a strong feeling of disapproval or disgust.
- Used to emphasize the degree or extent of something positive or negative. - Used to describe a situation or action that is finished or accomplished. - Used to express a strong feeling of satisfaction or approval.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adverbs used to emphasize the degree or extent of something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a situation or action that is either positive or negative.
- 3Both words can be used to express a strong feeling or emotion.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Utterly is often used to describe something negative, while completely can be used to describe both positive and negative situations.
- 2Intensity: Utterly is stronger and more intense than completely.
- 3Connotation: Utterly has a negative connotation, while completely can have either a positive or neutral connotation.
- 4Context: Utterly is often used in formal or serious contexts, while completely is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 5Frequency: Completely is more commonly used than utterly in everyday language.
Remember this!
Utterly and completely are both adverbs used to emphasize the degree or extent of something. However, utterly is often used to describe something negative and has a stronger and more negative connotation, while completely can be used to describe both positive and negative situations and has a more neutral or positive connotation. Additionally, utterly is less common and more formal than completely.
