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entirely vs only

only vs entirely

entirely is not an adjective while only is an adjective.

entirely and only both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
entirely No No No Yes
only No Yes No Yes
As adverbs, entirely and only are synonyms defined as:
  • entirely and only: without any others being included or involved
Other synonyms of entirely include alone, exclusively, solely.
entirely (adjective) only (adjective)
exclusive of anyone or anything else
being the only one; single and isolated from others
entirely (adverb) only (adverb)
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent; Completely or entirely with nevertheless the final result
without any others being included or involved without any others being included or involved
and nothing more
never except when
in the final outcome
as recently as
except that
Difference between entirely and only

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