total vs would-be

total

noun
  • An amount obtained by the addition of smaller amounts. 

  • Sum. 

adj
  • Entire; relating to the whole of something. 

  • (of a function) Defined on all possible inputs. 

  • Complete; absolute. 

verb
  • To equal a total of; to amount to. 

  • To add up; to calculate the sum of. 

  • To amount to; to add up to. 

  • To demolish; to wreck completely. (from total loss) 

would-be

noun
  • One who aspires to something. 

  • One's fiancé or fiancée. 

adj
  • Attempting or desiring something. 

  • Unfulfilled; frustrated in realizing a goal, ambition, etc. 

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