In the altogether and On the whole

In the altogether adjective - (used informally) completely unclothed.

On the whole and in the altogether are semantically related. In some cases you can use "On the whole" instead an adjective phrase "In the altogether".

On the whole adverb - With everything considered (and neglecting details).

In the altogether and on the whole are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "In the altogether" instead an adjective phrase "On the whole".