vollends
Translation
completely, entirely, altogether, finally
Examples
Er war vollends von der Idee überzeugt.
He was completely convinced of the idea.
Damit war die Sache vollends erledigt.
With that, the matter was finally settled.
Grammar Patterns
((Adverb)) + Verb/Adjective completely/finally ... He was vollends satisfied.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gänzlich, völlig, komplett; Antonyms: teilweise
Etymology
From 'voll' (full) + 'Ende' (end) + adverbial '-s'. Literally means 'to the full end'.
Memory Tips
Think of reaching the 'full end' of a task, meaning you've done it 'completely' or 'finally'.