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Synonyms

totally

American

[toht-l-ee] / ˈtoʊt l i /

adverb

wholly; entirely; completely.

The two sisters have totally different personalities.
Informal. (used as an intensifier).

I totally cried when the movie ended. That was totally not what I meant.

interjection

Informal. definitely; absolutely (used to express complete agreement or strong affirmation).

Yes, totally, he should apologize to you!

Etymology

Origin of totally

First recorded in 1500–10; total + -ly

Example Sentences

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I’m not a natural fit for being totally in the middle of the mainstream because I feel like I’m a bit too geeky and strange.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

It was pricey, totally around $350 for two rooms to house them and their cats.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

"I really mean this, I want Kevin to be totally independent. Don't look at me, don't look at anybody, just do your own thing and do a great job, okay," he said.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

That is, of course, totally improper and unacceptable.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

The mood at Olive Garden last night was so jovial, so exciting, and so totally different from the thick silence occupying the car today.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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