altogether
Translation
completely, in total, on the whole
Examples
The show was altogether brilliant.
The show was altogether brilliant.
That will be £20 altogether, please.
That will be $20 altogether, please.
Altogether, I think the event was a success.
Altogether, I think the event was a success.
Grammar Patterns
altogether ((adjective)) completely The show was altogether brilliant.
((amount)) altogether in total That will be $20 altogether, please.
Altogether, ((sentence)) on the whole Altogether, I think the event was a success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: completely, entirely, in total, on the whole
Etymology
A combination of 'all' and 'together'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as meaning 'all things put together'.