Outright — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb adjective /ˌau̇t-ˈrīt/ (adverb) /ˈau̇t-ˌrīt/ (adjective) out·right

Meaning & Definition of Outright

Outright (adverb)

  1. in entirety, completely
  2. on the spot, instantaneously
  3. without lien or encumbrance

Outright (adjective)

  1. being completely or exactly what is stated —used to make a statement more forceful
  2. given without reservation
  3. made without encumbrance or lien

Outright (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having no exceptions or restrictions

    "that's an outright lie!"

    similar: absolute, all-out, arrant, blank, blooming (chiefly British), bodacious (Southern & Midland), categorical, clean, complete, consummate, crashing, damn, damned, dead, deadly, definite, downright, dreadful, fair, flat, flat-out, out-and-out, perfect, plumb, profound, pure, rank, regular, sheer, simple, stark, stone, straight-out, thorough, thoroughgoing, total, unadulterated, unalloyed, unconditional, unmitigated, unqualified, utter, very
    related: authentic, classic, genuine, real, veritable, constant, endless, eternal, perpetual, undying, unremitting, extreme, unrestricted, confirmed, habitual, hopeless, inveterate, extraordinary, frightful, horrible, huge, main, superlative, supreme, surpassing, terrible, terrific
    near: doubtful, dubious, equivocal, qualified, questionable, restricted, uncertain

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Outright

The most common words with a similar meaning to Outright:

Chiefly British: blooming
Southern & Midland: bodacious
absolute, all-out, arrant, blank, categorical, clean, complete, consummate, crashing, damn, damned, dead, deadly, definite, downright, dreadful, fair, flat, flat-out, out-and-out, perfect, plumb, profound, pure, rank, regular, sheer, simple, stark, stone, straight-out, thorough, thoroughgoing, total, unadulterated, unalloyed, unconditional, unmitigated, unqualified, utter

Related Words for Outright

authentic, classic, genuine, real, veritable, constant, endless, eternal, perpetual, undying, unremitting, extreme, unrestricted, confirmed, habitual, hopeless, inveterate, extraordinary, frightful, horrible, huge, main, superlative, supreme, surpassing, terrible, terrific

Near Antonyms of Outright

doubtful, dubious, equivocal, qualified, questionable, restricted, uncertain

Word Forms of Outright

Derived words: outrightly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Outright

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Outright

What does "Outright" mean?

"Outright" means in entirety, completely. As an an adverb and an adjective, it is defined as: in entirety, completely.

What is another word for "Outright"?

Other words for "Outright" include absolute, all-out, arrant, blank, blooming, bodacious, categorical and clean. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Outright" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Outright"?

There are 70 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Outright". Common alternatives include absolute, all-out, arrant, blank, blooming, bodacious, categorical, clean, complete and consummate.

How do you use "Outright" in a sentence?

Examples of "Outright" in a sentence: "that's an outright lie!".

Is "Outright" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Outright" can be used as an adverb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Outright"?

"Outright" is pronounced /ˌau̇t-ˈrīt/ as an adverb and /ˈau̇t-ˌrīt/ as an adjective and divided into syllables as out·right.

What is the origin of the word "Outright"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Outright" meaning "having no exceptions or restrictions"?

When "Outright" (adjective) means having no exceptions or restrictions, synonyms include absolute, all-out, arrant, blank, blooming and bodacious.