Another Word for Whole: 12 Synonyms with Examples
“Whole” means all of something, or in one piece. Synonyms can stress completeness or being undamaged.
As an adjective: all of; entire
As an adjective: in one piece; undamaged
- intact
- unbroken
- undamaged
- in one piece
- sound
- unharmed
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How they differ
Synonyms share a meaning, not always a tone. Here is when to pick each of the main options.
- entire
- Very close; slightly more formal and emphatic.
- complete
- Has all its parts, nothing missing.
- total
- Stresses the full amount, often of numbers.
- intact
- Undamaged, after something that could have broken it.
- undivided
- Not split up: “your undivided attention”.
Example sentences
- entire: The entire village came to the wedding.
- complete: She owns the complete set of first editions.
- total: The total cost was higher than expected.
- intact: The roof survived the storm intact.
- undivided: You have my undivided attention.
Opposite of whole
- partial
- incomplete
- broken
- divided
- fractional
- half
More from WordNet
Less common or more specialised words WordNet lists for other senses of “whole”. Check the meaning before you use one.
adjective: unhurt, unscathed, hale
noun: unit
adverb: wholly, entirely, completely, totally, all, altogether
WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Used under the WordNet licence.
Frequently asked questions
What is another word for “whole”?
The most useful alternatives are “entire”, “complete”, “full”, “total”, “all of”. For the main sense (all of; entire), “entire” is usually the closest swap.
What is the difference between “entire” and “complete”?
entire: Very close; slightly more formal and emphatic. complete: Has all its parts, nothing missing.
What is the opposite of “whole”?
Common antonyms are “partial”, “incomplete”, “broken”, “divided”, “fractional”.