Edit This Grammar Lesson: Holey vs. Holy vs. Wholly
- Steve Gamel
- 5 minutes ago
- 2 min read
Welcome to another Edit This® grammar lesson. Today's topic is: Holey vs. Holy vs. Wholly.
Do you know the difference?
Many people think they know the difference. However, these are commonly confused words. Although they sound alike, they have completely different meanings—and using the wrong one can completely change what you're trying to say (or write).
Let's clear up any lingering confusion.
Holey refers to something that is full of holes or gaps.
He wore holey underwear.
The sweater is holey and has several tears.
He threw away his holey socks.
Holy means sacred, pure, or divine.
May the Holy Spirit be with you.
This is a holy place.
You're not acting very holy right now.
Wholly means completely, entirely, or fully.
Jane was wholly responsible for the project.
The decision was wholly unexpected.
I am wholly committed to the cause.
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