utterly unable

Frequency: 6.87.2 per million words

A strong word for 'completely', often with a negative or dramatic connotation.

unableADVERB + unable

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utterly

Examples (10)

  • After the shocking news, she was utterly unable to speak.
  • The complex problem left the students utterly unable to find a solution.
  • Despite his best efforts, he was utterly unable to convince them.
  • He felt utterly unable to move after the long marathon.
  • The loud noise made her utterly unable to concentrate on her work.
  • The company was utterly unable to adapt to the new market demands.
  • She found herself utterly unable to control her emotions during the farewell.
  • With no experience, he was utterly unable to perform the intricate surgery.
  • The witness was utterly unable to recall any details of the incident.
  • We were utterly unable to comprehend the extent of the damage.