The difference between Soundly and Totally
When used as adverbs, soundly means in a thorough manner, whereas totally means entirely.
check bellow for the other definitions of Soundly and Totally
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Soundly as an adverb:
In a thorough manner; in manner free of defect or deficiency.
Examples:
"He was soundly thrashed by the semi-professional boxer."
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Totally as an adverb:
Entirely; completely.
Examples:
"They've totally demolished the bank on Main Street."
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Totally as an adverb (degree, colloquial):
Very; extremely.
Examples:
"That was totally wicked!"
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Totally as an adverb (modal, colloquial):
Definitely; for sure.
Examples:
"That was totally not what happened."