C2adjectiveemotions
US/ˈʌt.ər/
UK/ˈʌt.ə/
complete and total; used to make a strong feeling or state sound stronger
In context
After the night shift, I collapsed on the bed in utter exhaustion.
The fans watched in utter disbelief as their team lost 6–0.
Planning the wedding in two weeks was utter madness.
Words that go with utter
adjective + noun
- utter disbeliefShe stared at the exam result in utter disbelief.
- utter nonsenseThe claim that the diet cures cancer is utter nonsense.
- utter despairIn utter despair, he called a helpline for advice.
- utter exhaustionMany new parents live in a state of utter exhaustion.
- utter silenceThere was utter silence in the room after the announcement.