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Totally Definition & Meaning

totally
adverb
  1. to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly'); "he was wholly convinced"; "entirely satisfied with the meal"; "it was completely different from what we expected"; "was completely at fault"; "a totally new situation"; "the directions were all wrong"; "it was not altogether her fault"; "an altogether new approach"; "a whole new idea"

"Totally" in song lyrics

See how totally is used in real songs:

  • "We're 3.5.7. totally"
    The West Coast Rap All-Stars — We're All in the Same Gang
  • "Or avoid me totally"
    Sway & King Tech f/ Chino XL — Live Concert
  • "Locally, globally wreckin' totally"
    Tommy Tee f/ Joe Sexx, Mr. Eon, Resevoir Doggs, Shabaam Sahdeeq — Takin' Ova US

Usage tips for "totally"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "totally" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for totally to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does totally mean?
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly'); "he was wholly convinced"; "entirely satisfied with the meal"; "it was completely different from what we expected"; "was completely at fault"; "a totally new situation"; "the directions were all wrong"; "it was not altogether her fault"; "an altogether new approach"; "a whole new idea"
What part of speech is totally?
Totally is an adverb.

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