totally — Completely or entirely; in every way or aspect. Used to emphasize the complete extent or degree of something.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: Completely or entirely; in every way or aspect. Used to emphasize the complete extent or degree of something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtoʊtəli/
Example Sentences
- My mom is totally convinced that I'm dating my study partner because we text about homework.
- I totally forgot about the meeting and showed up in pajamas.
- This new policy will totally change how we work.
totally
ADVERB[/ˈtoʊtəli/]
Completely or entirely; in every way or aspect. Used to emphasize the complete extent or degree of something.
Completely or entirely; in every way or aspect. Used to emphasize the complete extent or degree of something.
Totally devoted, showing pure loyalty!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'totus' meaning 'whole' or 'entire', combined with the English adverb suffix '-ly'. The word evolved from 'total' plus '-ly' to mean 'completely' or 'entirely'.
Breakdown
total (from Latin 'totus' meaning whole/entire) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My mom is totally convinced that I'm dating my study partner because we text about homework.”
“I totally forgot about the meeting and showed up in pajamas.”
“This new policy will totally change how we work.”
“She's totally right about the budget calculations.”
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