Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wholly-different

adjective

/ˈhoʊlli ˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

Definition

Completely distinct or unlike something else in every aspect.

Examples

The two cultures are wholly different, reflecting diverse traditions and values.
Despite sharing a similar name, the two companies are wholly different in their business models.
His approach to solving the problem was wholly different from mine.

Meaning

The term ‘wholly-different’ signifies an entire separation or deviation from something, suggesting that the two entities being compared have no similarity.