Total — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Total
Total (adjective)
- comprising or constituting a whole, entire
- absolute, utter
- involving a complete and unified effort especially to achieve a desired effect
Total (noun)
- a product of addition, sum
- an entire quantity, amount
Total (verb)
- to add up, compute
- to amount to, number
- to make a total wreck of, demolish; specifically, to damage so badly that the cost of repairs exceeds the market value of the vehicle
Total (adverb)
- totally
Total (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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having no exceptions or restrictions
"had total power over the people of that country"
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not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
"gave us a total rundown of the events"
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trying all possibilities
"this was total war as far as the military was concerned, and no weapons system was off-limits"
Total (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a complete amount of something
"that's the total for our wheat harvest this year"
Total (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to have a total of
"two and two total four"
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to combine (numbers) into a single sum
"total all the receipts and tell me how much I owe you"
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to bring to a complete end the physical soundness, existence, or usefulness of
"a powerful hurricane totaled the house some years ago"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Total
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Antonyms & Opposite Words for Total
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Near Antonyms of Total
Word Forms of Total
Origin & Etymology of Total
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin totalis, from Latin totus whole, entire
First known use: 14th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Total
- CEFR level: B1 English Vocabulary — Page 15
- CEFR level: A2 English Vocabulary — Page 18
- Topics: Numbers & Quantities
Words & Phrases Containing Total
Frequently Asked Questions about Total
What does "Total" mean?
"Total" means comprising or constituting a whole, entire. As an an adjective, a noun, a verb and an adverb, it is defined as: comprising or constituting a whole, entire. It has 7 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Total"?
Other words for "Total" include absolute, all-out, arrant, blank, blooming, bodacious, categorical and clean. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Total" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Total"?
There are 280 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Total". Common alternatives include absolute, all-out, arrant, blank, blooming, bodacious, categorical, clean, complete and consummate.
What is the opposite of "Total"?
Antonyms of "Total" include imperfect, incomplete, partial, build, construct, erect, put up and raise. Near antonyms include doubtful, dubious, equivocal and qualified.
How do you use "Total" in a sentence?
Examples of "Total" in a sentence: "had total power over the people of that country"; "gave us a total rundown of the events"; "this was total war as far as the military was concerned, and no weapons system was off-limits".
Is "Total" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Total" can be used as an adjective, a noun, a verb and an adverb, depending on the context.
Is "Total" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B1-level word, "Total" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.
How do you pronounce "Total"?
"Total" is pronounced /ˈtō-tᵊl/ and divided into syllables as to·tal.