1.
entirely, completely, in bulk, all at once
Describes a large quantity being taken, removed, or disappearing at once. Often implies surprise or emphasis on the amount.
ごっそり is an expressive adverb meaning that a large quantity is removed, taken, or gone all at once. It has an onomatopoeic quality that suggests bulk removal.
Common collocations
- ごっそり持っていく: to take everything away
- ごっそり抜ける: to fall out in clumps (especially hair)
- ごっそりなくなる: to disappear completely
- ごっそり盗まれる: to have everything stolen
- ごっそり減る: to decrease drastically
Usage
Almost always describes loss, removal, or disappearance. Carries a tone of surprise at the amount affected. Informal — not used in formal writing.
Similar words
- すっかり: completely (neutral, broader); ごっそり stresses the large amount taken or lost