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What are homophones for wholly?

There are no perfect homophones for "wholly." Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings. While "wholly" is pronounced with a long "o" sound, most words with that pronunciation have different spellings (e.g., "holy," "whole").

However, you could use these words in some situations where "wholly" might fit, although they have slightly different meanings:

* Holy: This refers to something sacred or religious.

* Whole: This refers to something complete or entire.

For example:

* "He was wholly dedicated to his work." You could substitute "He was completely dedicated to his work" or "He was entirely dedicated to his work."

* "She was wholly convinced of her innocence." You could substitute "She was entirely convinced of her innocence" or "She was completely convinced of her innocence."

Ultimately, the best substitute for "wholly" depends on the specific context and the nuance you want to convey.

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