totally
Definitions
Completely; to the fullest extent; in every way
完全地，彻底地
(informal) Used to express strong agreement or as an emphasizer; absolutely
（口语）（表示强烈赞同或强调）绝对，太……了
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedtotal + -ly = 'in a total way,' i.e. completely (totally different, totally wrong). In casual speech it has weakened into a pure intensifier or agreement marker — 'That's totally awesome,' 'Are you coming?' 'Totally!' — where it means little more than 'very' or 'yes, absolutely.'
Root tot still carries 5 more wordsUsage Guide
Register split: in its core sense (totally destroyed, totally unacceptable) it is neutral and fine everywhere. As a standalone reply ('Totally!') or a casual booster ('totally awesome'), it is informal and youth-flavored — avoid it in formal or academic writing, where completely or entirely reads better.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Their opinions on the matter are totally different.
- 2.
I totally agree with everything you just said.
- 3.
"Was the concert good?" "Oh, totally!"