noun
Uncommon
totality
toh-TA-lih-tee
Totality (noun) means the whole amount or extent of something; completeness. Example: “Considered in its totality, the report paints a worrying picture.”
noun
1
The whole amount or extent of something; completeness.
"Considered in its totality, the report paints a worrying picture."
2
The period during a solar eclipse when the sun is completely blocked by the moon.
"Totality lasted just over two minutes at that location."
How to use totality
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEverything considered as a whole, or specifically the total-blackout phase of a solar eclipse.
Common pairings
in its totality
path of totality
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
Formed from total plus the noun suffix -ity.
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What does “totality” mean?
The word “totality” means the whole amount or extent of something; completeness. In plain terms, everything considered as a whole, or specifically the total-blackout phase of a solar eclipse.
How do you pronounce “totality”?
“Totality” is pronounced toh-TA-lih-tee (/toʊˈtælɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “totality” in a sentence?
Here is “totality” used in a sentence: “Considered in its totality, the report paints a worrying picture.”
What is another word for “totality”?
Words with a similar meaning to “totality” include entirety and totalness.
What part of speech is “totality”?
“Totality” is a noun.
Is “totality” a common word?
“Totality” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “totality” have?
“Totality” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the whole amount or extent of something; completeness.
